New post: The #pandemic has reminded us that accountable government matters. The effects of partisan #gerrymandering arguably inflamed the #WisconsinPrimary fiasco last week. But now, #Illinois has a real chance to enact #FairMaps. #twillhttps://campaignlegal.org/update/coronavirus-pandemic-underscores-accountable-government-matters …
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Less competitive elections enable politicians to restrict the electorate in ways that advantage themselves. As our attorney
@ruthgreenwood told The@guardian, the link between#gerrymandering and the#WisconsinPrimary fiasco last week was undeniable.https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/apr/10/wisconsin-voter-restrictions-democracy-coronavirus-primary …1 reply 2 retweets 6 likesShow this thread
Now, Wisconsin’s neighbor #Illinois is seeking to take back the power of redistricting from politicians. Illinois has the opportunity to give its citizens elections that can result in stronger representation and a better democracy. The legislature should act. #FairMaps #twill
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