Pennsylvania Litigation
Carter/Gressman v. Chapman
We moved to intervene in a case to determine the redistricting of Pennsylvania's congressional map, and ultimately participated as amicus by submitting a proposed map to the court.
Fair Redistricting & Ending Gerrymandering
Politicians should not be allowed to draw voting maps that benefit themselves. We need to create a fair system so that voters choose their politicians, not the other way around.
Every ten years, states redraw their electoral districts to reflect population changes. This process should be about making sure that everyone has a voice in our government, but in some states, it has become a partisan tool to undermine our democracy.
Drawing unfair maps — a process known as gerrymandering — denies communities the representation and resources they deserve. Our work to end gerrymandering includes efforts in the courts, on the ballot, and in the legislature to ensure a just and independent process.
What We’re Doing
Minnesota Litigation
Corrie v. Simon
Common Cause Minnesota, OneMN.org, Voices for Racial Justice, and individual Minnesota voters filed a lawsuit to protect representation for people of color in the redistricting process.
Litigation
Common Cause v. Trump (Census)
In 2020, Common Cause sued former President Trump for unconstitutionally depriving immigrant communities from equal representation in Congress.
California Litigation
Legislature of the State of California v. Padilla Amicus Letters
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, we submitted amicus letters in support of extending the deadlines for submission of new district maps by the state’s independent redistricting commission.
Litigation
People Not Politicians Oregon v. Clarno
The People Not Politicians Oregon coalition sued Oregon’s secretary of state to ensure that all of the signatures gathered to qualify its redistricting reform initiative for the November 2020 ballot will count.
Take Action
Petition
Sign the Petition: We need fair, independent redistricting
Our elections should represent the will of the people, not partisan interests. We need to reform the rules to END gerrymandering – so that our government is truly of, by, and for the people.
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Recent Updates
Blog Post
Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching
With the midterm elections looming, the news cycle is about to become a partisan whirlwind. The real threats to democracy – the ones that will significantly impact your life – risk getting buried in chaos.
That’s why we compiled the top 5 democracy trends Common Cause is monitoring in 2026, and what we’re doing about them.
That’s why we compiled the top 5 democracy trends Common Cause is monitoring in 2026, and what we’re doing about them.
Blog Post
Callais Decision Isn’t an Excuse to Eliminate Black Districts in the South
Looking at you, Florida, Alabama, and South Carolina.
Blog Post
Indiana Redistricting Fight Shows People Power Still Matters
Here's how Hoosiers exercised their power to secure this victory
Related Resources
Position Paper
Policy Statement on Mid-Decade Redistricting Response
Common Cause reaffirms its unwavering commitment to fair representation, fair maps, and people-centered democratic processes in every state.
Report
Unlocking Fair Maps: The Keys to Independent Redistricting
This report delves into the considerations advocates and policymakers face when proposing an independent redistricting commission, and it describes and assesses the common elements of contemporary commissions. Every IRC should be set up to best serve the needs of your state or locality because there is no one-size-fits-all model for an independent commission.
Report
The Roadmap for Fair Maps in 2030
The Roadmap for Fair Maps in 2030 provides a detailed summary of the conclusions from the first ever convening of people-led redistricting commissioners from across the country.
Report
Charge Report: Community Redistricting Report Card
The Community Redistricting Report Card reflects on this redistricting cycle, rating each state’s redistricting process based on community feedback. This report is the product of hundreds of on-the- ground interviews and surveys conducted by CHARGE.
Press
Illinois Press Release
Illinois Redistricting Must Protect Fair Representation and Meet Common Cause Fairness Criteria
Common Cause, the nation’s premier redistricting leader, is urging Illinois state legislators to ensure that any mid-decade redistricting meets the organization’s six fairness criteria.
Press Release
New Congressional Action for Independent Redistricting Popular with the People
Common Cause is urging Missouri’s congressional delegation to support new legislation that bans mid-decade redistricting
Press Release
September Poll: 64% of Republican and Independent Voters Want Ban for Mid-Decade Redistricting
Republican and Independent voters want Congress to step up and ban mid-decade redistricting in opposition to a White House desperate to hold onto power – including 60% of voters who supported Donald Trump in 2024.
