One word: Collusion. @justinamash
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@JohnAvlon Michigan's current system is simple majority, which makes collusion easier. -
Yes, that's worse. But independent commissions are best at removing collusion. 90% safe seats would receive super majority.
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@JohnAvlon I'm not convinced an independent commission is less prone to collusion (or other malfeasance) than a legislative supermajority. -
Evidence suggests otherwise - Independently Drawn Districts Have Proved to Be More Competitive http://nyti.ms/1GZ80q9 -
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@JohnAvlon For comparison, do any states require a legislative supermajority? -
Not that I’m aware of - cc’ing
@BrennanCenter - but why be skeptical if we know what works?@justinamash -
@JohnAvlon Skepticism and experimentation help us determine what works best. - 1 more reply
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@UngerJess Unfortunately, an independent commission will be partisan, too, but less transparent and accountable than a legislature.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@justinamash@ABetterMI allowing legislators to draw anything encourages log rolling and maps that protect party incumbants and status quo.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@justinamash@ABetterMI@freep Because voters know an independent commission will do a better job.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@justinamash I think districts should form a polygon with no more than 8 straight sides. An allowance could be made for state borders.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@justinamash@ABetterMI@freep Makes more sense to me.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@justinamash@ABetterMI@freep Normally I would agree sir, but I fear not everyone has your fairness and discretion. Power needs oversightThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@justinamash due respect but I think the abuse of the filibuster has rendered consideration of anything requiring a super majority suspectThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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