If I were a democrat — and I have been — I’d be angry at the signs. Stop the Steal? Plu-eeze. Every democrat I know genuinely values America, democracy, and the sacred right to vote. And so does every republican friend. Politicians excepted, citizens on both sides are rational, sincere, and want the best for people. That’s why everyone should vote “No” on the redistricting question on April 21.
The proposal goes against American values. Have you been to Arlington, a stone’s throw from D.C.? It’s a bumper-to-bumper circus of nightlife, malls, and government contractors. How about Luray in the Shenandoah Valley? “God’s country” they’ll say, waving an arm towards mountains. Ten cars is a traffic jam.
Both are excellent places — and different planets.
The new map would include parts of both of these towns in one [congressional] district. Arlington, with more people, would drown out Luray’s voice.
The relatively even split of democrats and republicans (advantage democrats) that make our commonwealth such a vibrant purple state will skew democratic 10 to 1. The blue side might temporarily “win”, but democracy wouldn’t. How could you live out your values with such an artificial map? Arlington and Luray shouldn’t be joined at the hip. Richmond’s suburbs and rural counties shouldn’t either. The list goes on.
We must have a system that works. Don’t let fuzzy “fair” wording confuse you. The proposal is anything but. Even democratic operative Brian Cannon agrees:“ … I think this is wrong.”(Virginia Mercury.)
And the people who promise it’s temporary? Didn’t Lucy say something like that with the football? The people I know are too smart to believe that.
Let’s keep our eye on the long game. Let’s keep Virginia’s democracy strong.
Vote No on April 21.
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