The authors argue that hiring Washington, D.C. law firm BakerHostetler as litigation consultant would subvert the nonpartisan mission of the commission as it redraws the state’s unfairly gerrymandered political maps.
Michigan redistricting
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Michigan redistricting group may hire law firm that has defended gerrymandering
Critics question interview of firm with GOP ties and a history of defending legislatures accused of drawing illegal districts to a citizens’ panel created to end gerrymandering.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan’s redistricting commission first task: Draw state senate districts
The U.S. Census is releasing population data on Thursday, so now the 13-member panel can get down to business after months of challenges and administrative work.
Posted inMichigan Government
Race looms large as redistricting process begins in Michigan
One of four Michigan residents are nonwhite. Two of 14 state representatives in Congress are people of color. As district maps get redrawn, advocates seek a greater voice.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan Supreme Court won’t delay redistricting map deadline
The Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission sought to extend a Sept. 17 deadline for redrawing political maps, noting that new U.S. Census population figures would not even be available to it until the end of September.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion: Let’s ensure democracy continues to work in Michigan
Now is not the time to be imposing voting restrictions on Michigan residents.
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Michigan Supreme Court weighs redistricting extension due to census delays
The state’s redistricting panel has said it will not have enough time to complete the maps. But some justices expressed want to let the process play out.
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Michigan’s redistricting commission sought opinions. It got plenty.
Should farmers get more clout in redistricting? Or churches? Those are among the ideas emerging from a statewide listening tour from a group charged with redrawing Michigan’s political districts.
Posted inThe Center for Michigan
Watch Bridge’s Lunch Break discussion on Michigan redistricting process
Bridge Michigan’s Sergio Martínez-Beltrán moderated a Zoom discussion with two redistricting experts on what’s new with Michigan’s citizen-driven process.
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How to participate in Michigan redistricting commission hearings
Statewide hearings start soon that will be used to draw Michigan’s congressional and state legislative maps.