Legislation
Citizens Redistricting Commission
California's fully independent Citizens Redistricting Commission has finalized new district maps for the state's elections over the next decade.
Fair Redistricting & Ending Gerrymandering
Politicians should not be allowed to draw voting maps that benefit themselves. We need to create a fair system so that voters choose their politicians, not the other way around.
Every ten years, states redraw their electoral districts to reflect population changes. This process should be about making sure that everyone has a voice in our government, but in some states, it has become a partisan tool to undermine our democracy.
Drawing unfair maps — a process known as gerrymandering — denies communities the representation and resources they deserve. Our work to end gerrymandering includes efforts in the courts, on the ballot, and in the legislature to ensure a just and independent process.
What We’re Doing
Legislation
Redistricting Legislation
Voters should choose their representatives—representatives shouldn’t choose their voters. We’re fighting to make sure that districts are based on communities, not political aspirations.
Local Redistricting
Voters should pick their representatives; representatives shouldn't pick their voters.
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Recent Updates
Blog Post
Fresno officials gerrymandered their districts. Time to take our voting rights back | Opinion via The Fresno Bee
By Jonathan Mehta Stein and Pablo Rodriguez, courtesy of The Fresno Bee
Blog Post
Guide to CA Fair Redistricting
Blog Post
Democracy in Your Community: Setting the Stage for Fair Representation in California’s Cities and Counties
Related Resources
National Report
California Community Redistricting Report Card
California Community Redistricting Report Card
Report
The Promise of Fair Maps
Letter
Letter in Support of Creation of Independent Redistricting Commission for the City of Los Angeles, CA
Report
We Draw the Lines
This guide gives a comprehensive overview of redistricting rules and steps on how to get involved in the redistricting process. Download the report or view it below.
Press
Press Release
Anti-Gerrymandering Advocates Applaud L.A. Leaders on Redistricting Reform Advances
After public outcry, independent redistricting moves closer to being on the 2024 ballot
Press Release
Independent Redistricting Must be on San Francisco’s 2024 Ballot
Truly independent redistricting would strengthen San Francisco’s democracy and help end gerrymandering in the Bay Area
Press Release
50 State Report: California Earns Top Grade for Redistricting from Common Cause
California earned highest grade nationally for transparent and inclusive process
Dan Vicuña
Director of Redistricting and Representation
Alton Wang
Equal Justice Works Fellow
Sarah Andre
Mapping Demography Specialist