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Tuesday, August 26, 2025

John --

Last weekend, Texas voted to gerrymander its voting districts in the middle of the decade to win a few extra seats for Republicans in Congress. This is a blatant power grab designed to usurp the system we have in place to squeeze unequal representation out of it. 

In response, California has put a ballot measure forward to its voters this November to do the same thing in order to win a few seats back for Democrats - and getting praised by the DNC chair for "not playing by the rules". With both legacy parties fully ripping off the veil of pretending to care about the voters, it begs the question: 

If no one is playing by the rules, why do the rules exist?

We're not being pedantic here. It's an honest question. This country is founded on a set of principles designed to create a fairer and more representative government free from the tyranny of ages past. But if the political parties can just decide to ignore those principles for personal gain then how are we any better than the monarchs and tyrants we left behind? 

Headlines

Utah Judge Orders New Congressional Maps For 2026 In Another Redistricting Twist | NBC News

A Utah district judge has ruled that the state must redraw its congressional districts because the state’s Republican-controlled Legislature erred when it overruled a ballot measure passed by voters that sought to rein in partisan gerrymandering.

Forward Party Hosts Event On Black Voters And Local Political Power | Atlantic City Focus

The percentage of independent voters not tied to the Democratic or Republican parties in the U.S. is growing, and some parties are grappling with their role in the future of American politics.

Farmville Mayor Switches Parties, Joins New Political Group | The Farmville Herald

Farmville Mayor Brian Vincent announced on Monday, Aug. 25 that he’s joining the Forward Party, a decision confirmed by party leadership. 

Get involved

August 28 | FWD NJ Happy Hour - Middlesex Meet Up 

Bring a friend, grab a drink, and let’s talk about how we can strengthen our communities together!

Join the Forward Party of New Jersey for an evening of connection and conversation at our Middlesex Social Hour. This is a chance to meet neighbors, local leaders, and fellow Forwardists who believe politics should be about solving problems, not fueling division. Register →

August 28 | NOVA Forward Monthly Meet Up

Join Forward NOVA for our regular open meeting!

We have the opportunity to make a stand for democracy and civil engagement in the face of the political chaos coming out of DC.  We have a lot of work to do and need your help. Register →

August 28 | Civic Engagement With The Young Forwardists

Beliefs matter—but without action, they’re only words. If you’re passionate about making change and don’t want to wait to make an impact, you’re in the right place. Join our Summer of Civic Engagement Policy Meeting, where driven young people come together to tackle pressing issues, craft legislation, and work to turn ideas into reality. This is your opportunity to take initiative, speak up, and create meaningful change. We’re ready to get to work, join our team! Register →

What we're
reading

Forward Endorsed Congressman Don Davis Embraces The Forward Party | WUNC

NC Forward Chair Patrick Newton Discussed Redistricting | Spectrum Local News

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