Obama endorses Newsom's map redrawing strategy as a responsible move, in reaction to Texas Republicans altering district boundaries
Former President Barack Obama Urges End to Political Gerrymandering, Praises California's Approach
Former President Barack Obama has expressed his concern over political gerrymandering in America, particularly in response to a Republican-led push in Texas. In a speech at an event for the National Democratic Redistricting Committee (NDRC), Obama praised California Governor Gavin Newsom's proposal for redistricting as a responsible approach.
At the event, which also featured Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi and NDRC chair Eric Holder, the former Obama administration attorney general, Obama criticized Texas for taking direction from a partisan White House to gain additional US House seats through gerrymandering. He urged Texas Republicans to reconsider their redistricting plans, stating that if there is no effective response to gerrymandering, Republican-controlled state governments will continue to disregard the idea of an inclusive, expansive democracy.
Obama's comments came as California prepares for a special election this fall, giving voters the option to decide on new maps. Unlike Texas, California's approach allows for a more democratic and transparent process.
The former President's remarks were made conditional, only to be implemented if Texas or other Republican states engage in gerrymandering. His redistricting plan is designed to address a specific problem at a particular moment in time, rather than a long-term goal of no political gerrymandering in America.
In response to Texas, California Democrats have proposed redrawing congressional lines, a proposal that Obama supports. This proposal was made by an independent commission, as part of a process to reduce gerrymandering, although specific individual names are not mentioned in the provided search results.
Obama's approach to redistricting is temporary in nature, reflecting his struggle between his preference for no political gerrymandering and the need to respond effectively to the current situation. The event raised $2 million for the pro-Democratic redistricting organization, the National Democratic Redistricting Committee.
In conclusion, former President Barack Obama has urged an end to political gerrymandering, praising California's approach as a responsible response to Texas's partisan redistricting plans. His comments indicate a struggle between his preference for no political gerrymandering and the need to respond effectively to the current situation.
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