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.

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50 State Report: Illinois Earns Failing Grade for Redistricting from Common Cause

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50 State Report: Illinois Earns Failing Grade for Redistricting from Common Cause

CHICAGO — Today, Common Cause, the leading anti-gerrymandering group, published a report grading the redistricting process in all 50 states from the view of the community. The comprehensive report evaluates public access, outreach, and education in each state based on an analysis of more than 120 detailed surveys and more than 60 interviews.  

Illinois Newsroom: New Congressional Maps Unveiled Ahead of Fall Veto Session

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Illinois Newsroom: New Congressional Maps Unveiled Ahead of Fall Veto Session

Jay Young, executive director of Common Cause Illinois, said in an interview that there was a general feeling of frustration among many advocacy groups that took part in the legislative redistricting process that has carried over into congressional redistricting.

Dan Vicuña

Dan Vicuña

Director of Redistricting and Representation

Alton Wang

Alton Wang

Equal Justice Works Fellow

Sarah Andre

Sarah Andre

Mapping Demography Specialist

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