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Mason Graham, policy director of Common Cause New Mexico, applauded today’s New Mexico Supreme Court decision to uphold the 2nd Congressional District Map drawn up by the legislature in 2022, with substantial guidance from the NM Citizen Redistricting Committee, community members and tribes.

New Mexico ranked above average nationally for a transparent and inclusive process

Common Cause New Mexico, Election Reformers Network and the League of Women Voters of New Mexico joined with national redistricting experts in filing an amicus brief in New Mexico’s Fifth Judicial District in a case challenging the state’s congressional maps.

The best solution to prevent partisan gerrymandering is a constitutional amendment to create an independent redistricting commission.

Modernizing the legislative process, with more staff, longer sessions and compensation for legislators is the top priority for Common Cause in the upcoming 60-day NM Legislative session.

Common Cause New Mexico releases a statement following the Senate Flor Session late Thursday night.