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John,
Every ten years, the state redraws legislative boundaries based on the census to ensure equal population in each of our districts for equal representation. This process is called redistricting, and it is the starting point in determining the boundaries of our democracy. Redistricting sets the district boundaries where we elect our local, state, and federal government officials, from county councils to state representatives to our members of Congress.
In this process, it is crucial we empower, not divide and dilute, Tribes and communities of color so we can create districts and governments that truly represents our state's population.
Washington Environmental Council is a proud member of Redistricting Justice for Washington, a coalition advocating for increased accessibility to the redistricting process.
In Washington, a bipartisan independent commission of two Democrats, two Republicans, and one nonpartisan non-voting member redraws our state legislative and federal congressional district boundaries.
Throughout history, redistricting has been used as a tool to marginalize communities of color through a tactic called "gerrymandering". This happens when politicians and special interest groups divide or "pack" people of color in districts that dilute our voting power in favor of a political party. It is crucial that we take action to prevent the dilution of voting power of communities of color in this redistricting process so our communities can be fairly drawn into districts where we can elect representatives who will fight for our priorities and interests.
Want to do more? Make your voice heard!
- Testify on the proposed State Legislative Maps October 5 at 7pm. Register here!
- Testify on the proposed Congressional Maps October 9 at 10am. Register here!
>> Seize this once-in-a-decade opportunity to take action for more equitable representation. <<
Onward,
Kat Holmes
Field Director
