Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

General Discussion

Showing Original Post only (View all)

Johnny2X2X

(23,436 posts)
Wed Dec 29, 2021, 01:01 PM Dec 2021

Michigan redistributing map done, helps Dems [View all]

https://www.mlive.com/public-interest/2021/12/with-legislative-and-congressional-maps-complete-michigans-redistricting-process-enters-new-phase.html

This was gerrymandered 9-5 for Reps, Dems eked out a couple wins to make it 7-7 in 2020, but the new districts could have easily been rigged 9-4 for Republicans. Michigan lost a seat so it will likely be 7-6 going forward either way.

And the state Senate districts are a massive swing to Dems, it was gerrymandered to hell in favor of Reps and Dems now have a realistic shot at holding the state Senate.

While this won’t be a swing in Dems favor from 7-7 we have now, this is defense and prevented Reps from stealing seats going forward. These non partisan commissions are really stopping gerrymandering cold in dozens of states. Experts are saying redistributing is either a wash or night even favor Dems a seat or two nationally. But control of these state governments is now more fair and that’s a must for the people to preserve our democracy.

Great news for Michigan!
2 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
Latest Discussions»General Discussion»Michigan redistributing m...