Keep Up the Drumbeat for Redistricting
From Fair Districts PA (http://www.fairdistrictspa.com): In the last few months there have been lots of questions about redistricting reform efforts. Are we giving up? Not a chance. Is it still possible to have an independent redistricting commission in Pennsylvania? YES! … Continued
Justice & Gerrymandering—Watch Video, Host Discussion Group
From Fair Districts PA (http://www.fairdistrictspa.com): What is the connection between justice and gerrymandering? You may have seen gerrymandering in the news lately. The PA Supreme Court ruled that our 2011 Congressional district map was unconstitutional and needed to be redrawn … Continued
Sign Petition Calling for End to Partisan Gerrymandering
From Common Cause (http://www.commoncause.org): The U.S. Supreme Court just missed another chance to stop out-of-control gerrymandering. They sent Common Cause v. Rucho — our lawsuit to overturn outrageous partisan gerrymandering in North Carolina and end it nationwide — back to … Continued
What is the Connection Between Justice and Gerrymandering? Have a Conversation in Your Congregation
From Fair Districts PA (http://www.fairdistrictspa.com): You may have seen gerrymandering in the news lately. The PA Supreme Court ruled that our 2011 Congressional district map was unconstitutional and needed to be redrawn before the next election. There’s been a strong … Continued
Fair Districts PA and Partners Withdraw Support from Redistricting Bill
From Fair Districts PA (http://www.fairdistrictspa.com): NOTE: The Council joins with Fair Districts PA. It is with a heavy heart that Fair Districts PA is withdrawing its support for Senate Bill 22. Yesterday on the Senate floor, SB 22 was cynically … Continued
Important Hearings on Redistricting, Civil Service Reform—May 21 & 23
From Fair Districts PA (http://www.fairdistrictspa.com): On Monday, May 21, at noon, the Senate State Government Committee will meet to consider SB 22 and SB 1037 (Senator Folmer’s bill addressing civil service reforms). Our understanding is that the committee will be … Continued
Important Hearings on Redistricting, Civil Service Reform—May 21 & 23
From Fair Districts PA (http://www.fairdistrictspa.com): On Monday, May 21, at noon, the Senate State Government Committee will meet to consider SB 22 and SB 1037 (Senator Folmer’s bill addressing civil service reforms). Our understanding is that the committee will be … Continued
Democracy Works Summit—May 21-22, Philadelphia
From Common Cause (http://www.commoncause.org): You’re invited! Please join us for the two-day DEMOCRACY WORKS SUMMIT in Philadelphia, May 21 – 22, 2018. Connect with experts and fellow democracy activists as we focus on the upcoming census and efforts to end … Continued
Volunteer to Support Ending Gerrymandering—Sign Up to Work at the Polls on May 15
From Fair Districts PA (http://www.fairdistrictspa.com): Can you help us end gerrymandering and strengthen democracy in Pennsylvania by working a shift at a strategic poll on Primary Day (Tuesday, May 15)? Sign up now at https://actionnetwork.org/forms/volunteer-for-democracy-on-may-15. Polling place outreach is an … Continued