What's next after Census2020? Redistricting!
In 2020, we urged all community members to get counted in the census. Based on the results, Congressional, State Senate, State Assembly and City Council districts will be redrawn. What does this mean for us? How do we have a say?
Redistricting is the process of drawing political boundaries called “districts” that are based on where people live. How these districts are drawn determines who runs for political office at the city, state, and federal level and who can vote for these candidates. Elected representatives make important decisions that impact our lives daily, such as funding for our schools, hospitals, jobs, and parks. If districts are drawn that divide our communities, we will have less power. However, if districts are drawn that keep our communities together, we will have more power to advocate for issues we care about.
Redistricting is the process of drawing political boundaries called “districts” that are based on where people live. How these districts are drawn determines who runs for political office at the city, state, and federal level and who can vote for these candidates. Elected representatives make important decisions that impact our lives daily, such as funding for our schools, hospitals, jobs, and parks. If districts are drawn that divide our communities, we will have less power. However, if districts are drawn that keep our communities together, we will have more power to advocate for issues we care about.
