May 8th 2003The State of Democracy in CaliforniaSteven Hill's Written Testimony Before the California HAVA Commission
FairVote's Steven Hill provided this testimony to Califronia's commission on implementing the Help America Vote Act.
January 22nd 2003Court orders redrawing of election mapNew Jersey Star-Ledger
Republicans score a victory as Democrat-drawn boundaries in Newark and Jersey city are found to violate the state constitution and, possibility, dilute the minority vote.
November 13th 2002Ruining the HouseCurrently, the House has become much less competitive and less likely to change compared to the Senate due to redistricting and gerrymandering politics.
November 10th 2002'Safe Seats' Cheat the VotersLos Angeles Times
Drawing new district lines to provide "safe" seats is harmful for California, as it is impossible to holds lawmakers accountable and create real competition.
November 8th 2002Incumbent protection racket worked well Tuesday USA Today
The author advocates turning over power for redistricting to an impartial body rather than investing it with political figures who create uncontestable seats.
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