Dangers of Gerrymandering, with Eric Holder

Former Attorney General Eric Holder joined Mo Elleithee for a conversation and Q&A on gerrymandering, voter access, and democracy. Their discussion covered Holder’s efforts to eliminate partisan gerrymandered districts around the country. His newly-established organization, the National Democratic Redistricting Committee, advocates for new district lines and electing Democrats. “Politicians are picking their voters instead of citizens choosing who their representatives are,” which damages democracy and lessens the legitimacy of state and federal governments.

Championing the establishment of nonpartisan districting commissions and public awareness campaigns, Holder sought to encourage students to get engaged in the process, taking responsibility as young voices gain more importance and demographic strength in future elections.

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