John: yesterday, the first draft of redistricting maps in New York were released — and to be honest with you, we’re a bit concerned.
Here’s how things are now:
And here’s how they could be:
The slight upward shift in boundaries may not seem like much, but here’s exactly what it means for Jamaal’s district:
- The Bronx — including the area that included the middle school Jamaal taught at for years — will be all but removed from his district.
- Democratic voters in general are expected to be significantly more moderate than they are in Jamaal’s current district.
- The proposed new district’s population will be about one-third more Republican and one-third less Black than Jamaal’s current district.
All in all, John: the proposed map gives Jamaal a more right-leaning and less diverse electorate. This means that Jamaal could face potential, more moderate challengers to his seat, and make securing re-election for Jamaal — and keeping him in Congress — more challenging and expensive than we anticipated.
That’s why we’re respectfully asking: Will you chip in $3 or whatever you’re able to our campaign so Jamaal can remain competitive after redistricting? Early preparation is key, and we could really use your support today:
Contribute $3 »
The things Jamaal has been able to accomplish for our movement and for our district in just eight months is nothing short of incredible. But his work is just getting started, so we need to make sure that we have all the tools we need to keep him in Washington for years to come.
What’s more, New York will lose a House seat in redistricting — and come 2022, Democrats will be scrambling to hang onto our super-narrow majority.
If you’re able, John, please make your best donation today — of $3 or any other amount — to our campaign. Your contribution will not only help us continue the work that our movement is doing right now, but it will also help us prepare for the fights ahead, especially around redistricting.
In solidarity,
Team Bowman
