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Voting & Elections 10.23.2014

Article Details Harmful Effect of Maryland Gerrymander on Minority Voting Rights

Southern Maryland Online discusses minority representation and Gerrymander Meander.

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Voting & Elections 10.21.2014

72 Candidates Take Common Cause Wisconsin Pledge on Redistricting Reform

Eau Claire Leader-Telegram highlights Common Cause's redistricting work.

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Voting & Elections 10.10.2014

Common Cause New York Comments on Redistricting Report

Following the release of a report on redistricting by supporters of Issue 1, Common Cause New York commented on the problems with a proposal that would enshrine in the New York State Constitution a redistricting commission that is largely controlled by the legislature.

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Voting & Elections 10.8.2014

Common Cause Praises Virginia District Court Finding that Legislature Manipulated Election Districts

Federal court overturns Virginia congressional districts.

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Voting & Elections 10.2.2014

Common Cause Urges Supreme Court to Uphold Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission

Common Cause Urges Supreme Court to Uphold Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission

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