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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.

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End Prison Gerrymandering

End Prison Gerrymandering
Voting districts should be drawn in a way that ensures everyone has a voice in our democracy.
Los Angeles Fair Redistricting

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Los Angeles Fair Redistricting

California Common Cause is bringing an honest and open redistricting process to California, one city at a time.
NC NAACP v. Berger

North Carolina Litigation

NC NAACP v. Berger

Common Cause, the North Carolina State Conference of the NAACP, and Black North Carolinians have filed a federal lawsuit challenging racially discriminatory voting maps in North Carolina.

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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