We just filed our brief with the Supreme Court explaining why the Court should affirm a unanimous three-judge panel’s ruling that South Carolina’s CD 1 was a racial gerrymander and designed with a discriminatory purpose. @NAACP_LDF, @ACLU, @ACLU_SC, and @arnoldporter (1/4)
#NEW: The US Supreme Court has been asked to take action and/ or review redistricting lawsuits involving Arkansas Congressional, South Carolina Congressional, and Miami City Commission maps.
I am pleased to announce the recent release of several reports on prison gerrymandering, including reports on states with and without statewide reforms in the 2021 redistricting cycle. @AllisonJRiggs@scsj @prisongerrymandering @EwGerrymander@scdp@SCDemocrats@leonhowardsc76
Latest on NY congressional redistricting case: Democratic lawyers ask Appellate Division to reject GOP argument that SCOTUS' Biden v. Nebraska case logic should apply - here, there's nothing similar. @Redistrict@RedistrictNet
Recent updates to Public Service Loan Forgiveness mean that more borrowers enrolled in PSLF can receive credit for more of their past payments. If you’re eligible for PSLF, take advantage and apply today! StudentAid.gov/PSLF
We must advance racial equity by transforming electoral systems. MED works with communities of color to advance electoral system reforms that increase representation for underrepresented communities. Nothing about us without us!
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SC lost 8 great legislators this year and redistricting played a role in this happening.
WE HAVE GOT TO GO TO THE BALLOT BOX!
Here's a snippet of Rep. Leon Howard discussing this very important issue this morning on WACH FOX 57 Onpoint With Cynthia Hardy
Early Voting for the 2022 General Election
Dates: Mon, Oct 24 thru Sat, Nov 5 (closed Sunday, Oct 30).
Times: 8:30am – 6:00pm
Find Early Voting Centers Here: scvotes.gov/voters/early-vot…
Early Voting in SC Ends Nov 5th!
Yes, SC does offer early voting. You can choose whether to vote on Election Day or during the early voting period. Early voting locations may be less crowded, as well. Learn more about voting early here:
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Again, for those who haven’t been listening.
When a redistricting happens it impacts FUTURE elections, not the current representatives or their terms, even if they vacate a seat, there is a special or a recall. Thanks @RobBontaoag.ca.gov/system/files/opin…