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ABC 20: Minority groups call redistricting ‘a farce’ and ‘game of charades’

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ABC 20: Minority groups call redistricting ‘a farce’ and ‘game of charades’

In a statement, the executive director Jay Young said, “Since the beginning, we’ve pleaded with lawmakers to keep the redistricting process open, transparent, and accessible to no avail. This latest, last-minute hearing provides almost no notice to the public. The new maps have been released less than a day before lawmakers vote on them. It’s shameful, and our organization refuses to add any legitimacy to such an undemocratic process.”

The Center Square: Civic groups say Illinois Democrats rushing legislative maps

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The Center Square: Civic groups say Illinois Democrats rushing legislative maps

“Today, we return because the districts were in fact malappropriation, because the rescheduled primary affords us the luxury of some time and because we are once again witnessing a process that’s unlikely to see much in the sense of true community engagement,” Young said.

WTTW: Springfield’s Last-Minute Session Shuffle

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WTTW: Springfield’s Last-Minute Session Shuffle

“I’ve been trying to stress throughout this process that Illinois should be a beacon in this process. We’re a national leader in voting rights,” said Jay Young of Common Cause Illinois.

Statement on Additional Coronavius Mitigation Measures

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Statement on Additional Coronavius Mitigation Measures

The primary duty of any government is to keep the people safe. Decisions like those made today to increase coronavirus mitigation measures in Illinois are tough but necessary decisions to honor that duty. We urge all Illinois residents to adhere to CDC guidelines, and we call on the Trump administration to work with Congress to immediately pass much-needed relief for Illinois families and state governments as they work through this crisis.

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