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The Ohio legislature passed SB 293, the bill that takes away the 4-day acceptance window for absentee ballots. It heads to the governor's desk now, our last chance to protect Ohio voters against this harmful & unnecessary change.
Call Governor DeWine now to urge him to veto SB 293! bit.ly/MikeDeWine
Call Governor DeWine now to urge him to veto SB 293! bit.ly/MikeDeWine
November 21, 2025 at 12:20 PM
The Ohio legislature passed SB 293, the bill that takes away the 4-day acceptance window for absentee ballots. It heads to the governor's desk now, our last chance to protect Ohio voters against this harmful & unnecessary change.
Call Governor DeWine now to urge him to veto SB 293! bit.ly/MikeDeWine
Call Governor DeWine now to urge him to veto SB 293! bit.ly/MikeDeWine
Abbott, Republican lawmakers’ comments cited in court order overturning Texas’ congressional gerrymander
Judge Jeffrey Brown pointed to comments from the governor and GOP legislators as the basis for his ruling that the new map can’t be used in 2026.
www.texastribune.org/2025/11/21/t...
Judge Jeffrey Brown pointed to comments from the governor and GOP legislators as the basis for his ruling that the new map can’t be used in 2026.
www.texastribune.org/2025/11/21/t...
Abbott, lawmaker comments helped doom Texas’ new voting map
Judge Jeffrey Brown pointed to comments from the governor and GOP legislators as the basis for his ruling that the new map can’t be used in 2026.
www.texastribune.org
November 21, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Abbott, Republican lawmakers’ comments cited in court order overturning Texas’ congressional gerrymander
Judge Jeffrey Brown pointed to comments from the governor and GOP legislators as the basis for his ruling that the new map can’t be used in 2026.
www.texastribune.org/2025/11/21/t...
Judge Jeffrey Brown pointed to comments from the governor and GOP legislators as the basis for his ruling that the new map can’t be used in 2026.
www.texastribune.org/2025/11/21/t...
As Trump plans backfire, Democrats are ahead in House redistricting fight
After early redistricting wins, Trump faces setbacks over maps for Texas, Indiana and other Republican-led states, frustrating his allies.
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
After early redistricting wins, Trump faces setbacks over maps for Texas, Indiana and other Republican-led states, frustrating his allies.
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
As Trump plans backfire, Democrats are ahead in House redistricting fight
After early redistricting wins, Trump faces setbacks over maps for Texas, Indiana and other Republican-led states, frustrating his allies.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 21, 2025 at 11:41 AM
As Trump plans backfire, Democrats are ahead in House redistricting fight
After early redistricting wins, Trump faces setbacks over maps for Texas, Indiana and other Republican-led states, frustrating his allies.
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
After early redistricting wins, Trump faces setbacks over maps for Texas, Indiana and other Republican-led states, frustrating his allies.
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Republicans’ Redistricting Push Is at Risk of Backfiring
At this point there would need to be several unexpected developments in Republicans’ favor before they could obtain even a modest advantage that they set out to secure at the beginning of the summer
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/21/u...
At this point there would need to be several unexpected developments in Republicans’ favor before they could obtain even a modest advantage that they set out to secure at the beginning of the summer
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/21/u...
Republicans’ Redistricting Push Is at Risk of Backfiring
www.nytimes.com
November 21, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Republicans’ Redistricting Push Is at Risk of Backfiring
At this point there would need to be several unexpected developments in Republicans’ favor before they could obtain even a modest advantage that they set out to secure at the beginning of the summer
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/21/u...
At this point there would need to be several unexpected developments in Republicans’ favor before they could obtain even a modest advantage that they set out to secure at the beginning of the summer
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/21/u...
“No one could argue with a straight face that this is a fair map. The bottom line is that Republicans drew the old map to stack the deck in their favor. They have now come back to replace that map with one that is even more tilted in their direction.”
-David Niven
www.newsrecord.org/news/the-con...
-David Niven
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The controversy behind Ohio’s new congressional map
The Ohio Redistricting Commission approved its latest state congressional map on Oct. 31, 2025. The new map will remain in place until 2031 and presents significant changes to the state’s
www.newsrecord.org
November 13, 2025 at 2:28 PM
“No one could argue with a straight face that this is a fair map. The bottom line is that Republicans drew the old map to stack the deck in their favor. They have now come back to replace that map with one that is even more tilted in their direction.”
-David Niven
www.newsrecord.org/news/the-con...
-David Niven
www.newsrecord.org/news/the-con...
Some Indiana Republicans are unsure about redistricting.
Republican leadership in the state Senate has said there aren't enough votes to support the project, even as Governor Mike Braun called a session to redraw maps.
by Ben Thorp
www.wvxu.org/2025-11-12/s...
Republican leadership in the state Senate has said there aren't enough votes to support the project, even as Governor Mike Braun called a session to redraw maps.
by Ben Thorp
www.wvxu.org/2025-11-12/s...
Some Indiana Republicans are unsure about redistricting. Interest groups are spending money to change their minds
The push comes as some Senate Republicans continue to hold out on support to redraw the state's congressional maps.
www.wvxu.org
November 13, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Some Indiana Republicans are unsure about redistricting.
Republican leadership in the state Senate has said there aren't enough votes to support the project, even as Governor Mike Braun called a session to redraw maps.
by Ben Thorp
www.wvxu.org/2025-11-12/s...
Republican leadership in the state Senate has said there aren't enough votes to support the project, even as Governor Mike Braun called a session to redraw maps.
by Ben Thorp
www.wvxu.org/2025-11-12/s...
Find your district: Ohio unveils new tool to show current and new congressional districts. New tool unveiled to show who is representing you in Congress.
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Find your district: Ohio unveils new tool to show current and new congressional districts
Ohio's congressional districts are changing next year, and the Ohio Secretary of State's Office has unveiled a new tool to show who is representing you.
abc6onyourside.com
November 13, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Find your district: Ohio unveils new tool to show current and new congressional districts. New tool unveiled to show who is representing you in Congress.
abc6onyourside.com/news/local/f...
abc6onyourside.com/news/local/f...
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Please join us on line for the Fair Districts Volunteer Huddle on Wednesday, November 12 at 6pm to discuss the Ohio Congressional map, the maneuvers, and what’s next.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Please join us on line for the Fair Districts Volunteer Huddle on Wednesday, November 12 at 6pm to discuss the Ohio Congressional map, the maneuvers, and what’s next.
RSVP here:
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RSVP here:
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Letter to the Editor
Ohio redistricting deal a sham
This isn’t a deal. It’s an agreement for our politicians to break the law together
Jordan McLaughlin, New Albany
www.dispatch.com/story/opinio...
Ohio redistricting deal a sham
This isn’t a deal. It’s an agreement for our politicians to break the law together
Jordan McLaughlin, New Albany
www.dispatch.com/story/opinio...
Ohio lawmakers decided to break the law together. Redistricting deal a sham | Letters
Letters: Cold law, colder hearts. What's the point? Columbus isn't age friendly. Soybeans and empty shelves. Let's set students up for success.
www.dispatch.com
November 10, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Letter to the Editor
Ohio redistricting deal a sham
This isn’t a deal. It’s an agreement for our politicians to break the law together
Jordan McLaughlin, New Albany
www.dispatch.com/story/opinio...
Ohio redistricting deal a sham
This isn’t a deal. It’s an agreement for our politicians to break the law together
Jordan McLaughlin, New Albany
www.dispatch.com/story/opinio...
Redistricting Battles, Set Off by Trump, Have Few Parallels in U.S. History
First, Texas redistricted. Other states followed, and now California. Some legal experts say it’s a crisis: “The wheels are coming off the car right now.”
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/05/u...
First, Texas redistricted. Other states followed, and now California. Some legal experts say it’s a crisis: “The wheels are coming off the car right now.”
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/05/u...
Redistricting Battles, Set Off by Trump, Have Few Parallels in U.S. History
www.nytimes.com
November 9, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Redistricting Battles, Set Off by Trump, Have Few Parallels in U.S. History
First, Texas redistricted. Other states followed, and now California. Some legal experts say it’s a crisis: “The wheels are coming off the car right now.”
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/05/u...
First, Texas redistricted. Other states followed, and now California. Some legal experts say it’s a crisis: “The wheels are coming off the car right now.”
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/05/u...
“They’ve hurt democracy by passing these maps. I think we would have been better served if they had stood their ground and let us try to do some sort of a referendum if it went through the legislature, and not cave in,”
-Janine Migden-Ostrander, Ohio Consumers Counsel
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-Janine Migden-Ostrander, Ohio Consumers Counsel
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Why did Democrats strike a deal with Republicans on an Ohio congressional map?
Last week's deal on a new 15-district congressional map was something of a surprise, as Democrats voted for a map they said they didn’t like.
woub.org
November 5, 2025 at 9:32 PM
“They’ve hurt democracy by passing these maps. I think we would have been better served if they had stood their ground and let us try to do some sort of a referendum if it went through the legislature, and not cave in,”
-Janine Migden-Ostrander, Ohio Consumers Counsel
woub.org/2025/11/05/d...
-Janine Migden-Ostrander, Ohio Consumers Counsel
woub.org/2025/11/05/d...
Commentary
Allowing politicians to stay in charge of Ohio redistricting has just led to more gerrymandering
This is not what democracy looks like. This is what partisan preservation over democratic representation looks like.
by Marilou Johanek
ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/11/04/a...
Allowing politicians to stay in charge of Ohio redistricting has just led to more gerrymandering
This is not what democracy looks like. This is what partisan preservation over democratic representation looks like.
by Marilou Johanek
ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/11/04/a...
Allowing politicians to stay in charge of Ohio redistricting has just led to more gerrymandering • Ohio Capital Journal
Betrayal can be dressed up as bipartisan or best-case scenario, but it is still betrayal. Ohio Republicans picked off two more congressional districts to gerrymander, in defiance of the Ohio Constitut...
ohiocapitaljournal.com
November 4, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Commentary
Allowing politicians to stay in charge of Ohio redistricting has just led to more gerrymandering
This is not what democracy looks like. This is what partisan preservation over democratic representation looks like.
by Marilou Johanek
ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/11/04/a...
Allowing politicians to stay in charge of Ohio redistricting has just led to more gerrymandering
This is not what democracy looks like. This is what partisan preservation over democratic representation looks like.
by Marilou Johanek
ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/11/04/a...
Republican Kevin Coughlin announced Sunday that he’s dropping out of the race for Ohio’s 13th Congressional District, citing unfavorable changes made to the district by the Ohio Redistricting Commission that shifted it from a tossup to a Democratic-leaning seat.
www.cleveland.com/news/2025/11...
www.cleveland.com/news/2025/11...
Redistricting pushes GOP challenger out of competitive Ohio congressional race
Republican Kevin Coughlin, who nearly defeated Rep. Emilia Sykes in 2024, won't make another bid for the 13th District congressional seat, saying new district boundaries have eliminated his path to vi...
www.cleveland.com
November 3, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Republican Kevin Coughlin announced Sunday that he’s dropping out of the race for Ohio’s 13th Congressional District, citing unfavorable changes made to the district by the Ohio Redistricting Commission that shifted it from a tossup to a Democratic-leaning seat.
www.cleveland.com/news/2025/11...
www.cleveland.com/news/2025/11...
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Ohio's new congressional map continues national trend of more split urban-rural districts
This forces representatives to answer to both urban and rural constituents alike once elected into office.
by Kurt Knue
www.wlwt.com/article/ohio...
This forces representatives to answer to both urban and rural constituents alike once elected into office.
by Kurt Knue
www.wlwt.com/article/ohio...
Ohio's new congressional map continues national trend of more split urban-rural districts
A unique type of congressional district is becoming more common nationwide, with Ohio's new map serving as just the latest example.
www.wlwt.com
November 3, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Ohio's new congressional map continues national trend of more split urban-rural districts
This forces representatives to answer to both urban and rural constituents alike once elected into office.
by Kurt Knue
www.wlwt.com/article/ohio...
This forces representatives to answer to both urban and rural constituents alike once elected into office.
by Kurt Knue
www.wlwt.com/article/ohio...
“I wanted to see maps weeks ago w/time for the public to review them. I think commissioners decided beforehand they weren’t going to hear what we had to say. Hopefully we won't agree to this map and we’ll do a referendum. I’ve got my clipboard ready to go"
-Andrea Yagoda
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-Andrea Yagoda
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Ohio Redistricting Commission unveils congressional map that could help GOP take 2 seats
The bipartisan map could give Republicans a better chance to gain two more congressional seats, while shifting one district in favor of Democrats.
www.10tv.com
October 31, 2025 at 12:12 PM
“I wanted to see maps weeks ago w/time for the public to review them. I think commissioners decided beforehand they weren’t going to hear what we had to say. Hopefully we won't agree to this map and we’ll do a referendum. I’ve got my clipboard ready to go"
-Andrea Yagoda
www.10tv.com/article/news...
-Andrea Yagoda
www.10tv.com/article/news...
"We should put the independent redistricting commission back on the ballot in 2027, and with fair clear ballot wording, there's good polling that show's we will win by 10 to 15 points."
abc6onyourside.com/news/local/n...
abc6onyourside.com/news/local/n...
New Ohio congressional map leak has some concerned over gerrymandering
New leaks of the congressional maps for Ohio's redistricting are out, showing the Democrats in the Buckeye state losing a seat and Republicans maintaining advan
abc6onyourside.com
October 30, 2025 at 4:26 PM
"We should put the independent redistricting commission back on the ballot in 2027, and with fair clear ballot wording, there's good polling that show's we will win by 10 to 15 points."
abc6onyourside.com/news/local/n...
abc6onyourside.com/news/local/n...
Will Ohio approve a new congressional map this week? Here's where redistricting stands
The seven-member Ohio Redistricting Commission, tasked with crafting 15 new congressional districts, is slated to meet at 4 p.m. Oct. 30.
by Jessie Balmert
www.dispatch.com/story/news/p...
The seven-member Ohio Redistricting Commission, tasked with crafting 15 new congressional districts, is slated to meet at 4 p.m. Oct. 30.
by Jessie Balmert
www.dispatch.com/story/news/p...
Will Ohio approve a new congressional map this week? Here's where redistricting stands
"I am hopeful we will have a bipartisan agreement,” Ohio Senate President Rob McColley said about negotiations on a new congressional map.
www.dispatch.com
October 30, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Will Ohio approve a new congressional map this week? Here's where redistricting stands
The seven-member Ohio Redistricting Commission, tasked with crafting 15 new congressional districts, is slated to meet at 4 p.m. Oct. 30.
by Jessie Balmert
www.dispatch.com/story/news/p...
The seven-member Ohio Redistricting Commission, tasked with crafting 15 new congressional districts, is slated to meet at 4 p.m. Oct. 30.
by Jessie Balmert
www.dispatch.com/story/news/p...
Thursday October 30
What’s Mappening Kent?
Join us for a community conversation about all things redistricting
United Methodist Church• 1435 E. Main St., Kent, OH 44240
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What’s Mappening Kent?
Join us for a community conversation about all things redistricting
United Methodist Church• 1435 E. Main St., Kent, OH 44240
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What's Mappening', Kent? A Community Conversation with Fair Districts
Come take part in a community conversation about Ohio congressional redistricting. We’ll answer questions about the process, deep dive into what’s wrong with the current map, and hear from you about w...
actionnetwork.org
October 29, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Thursday October 30
What’s Mappening Kent?
Join us for a community conversation about all things redistricting
United Methodist Church• 1435 E. Main St., Kent, OH 44240
actionnetwork.org/events/whats...
What’s Mappening Kent?
Join us for a community conversation about all things redistricting
United Methodist Church• 1435 E. Main St., Kent, OH 44240
actionnetwork.org/events/whats...
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Ohio GOP doesn't have congressional map as deadline nears, Democrats consider referendum
Ohio Republicans have still not proposed a congressional map, and it's a week away from their constitutional deadline to pass a bipartisan proposal.
by Morgan Trau
ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/10/23/o...
Ohio Republicans have still not proposed a congressional map, and it's a week away from their constitutional deadline to pass a bipartisan proposal.
by Morgan Trau
ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/10/23/o...
Ohio GOP doesn't have congressional map as deadline nears, Democrats consider referendum • Ohio Capital Journal
Ohio Republicans have still not proposed a congressional map, and it's a week away from their constitutional deadline to pass a bipartisan proposal.
ohiocapitaljournal.com
October 26, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Ohio GOP doesn't have congressional map as deadline nears, Democrats consider referendum
Ohio Republicans have still not proposed a congressional map, and it's a week away from their constitutional deadline to pass a bipartisan proposal.
by Morgan Trau
ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/10/23/o...
Ohio Republicans have still not proposed a congressional map, and it's a week away from their constitutional deadline to pass a bipartisan proposal.
by Morgan Trau
ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/10/23/o...
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COLUMBUS, Ohio—Even though Republicans to date have presented no congressional redistricting plans in public or privately to Democrats, GOP leaders still insist a bipartisan deal can still be reached before the end of the month.
But the clock is tickling.
www.cleveland.com/news/2025/10...
But the clock is tickling.
www.cleveland.com/news/2025/10...
Despite looming deadline, Ohio GOP leaders insist bipartisan redistricting is possible
House Speaker Matt Huffman says he's having "good faith, legitimate discussions" with Democrats about redrawing Ohio's 15 congressional districts.
www.cleveland.com
October 27, 2025 at 1:14 PM
COLUMBUS, Ohio—Even though Republicans to date have presented no congressional redistricting plans in public or privately to Democrats, GOP leaders still insist a bipartisan deal can still be reached before the end of the month.
But the clock is tickling.
www.cleveland.com/news/2025/10...
But the clock is tickling.
www.cleveland.com/news/2025/10...
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Tuesday, Oct 28 at 6:30 PM
What's Mappening, Dayton?
Join us for a community conversation about all things redistricting
IBEW Hall•6550 Poe Ave, Dayton, OH 45414
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What's Mappening, Dayton?
Join us for a community conversation about all things redistricting
IBEW Hall•6550 Poe Ave, Dayton, OH 45414
actionnetwork.org/events/whats...
What's Mappening', Dayton? A Community Conversation with Fair Districts
Come take part in a community conversation about Ohio congressional redistricting. We’ll answer questions about the process, deep dive into what’s wrong with the current map, and hear from you about w...
actionnetwork.org
October 27, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Tuesday, Oct 28 at 6:30 PM
What's Mappening, Dayton?
Join us for a community conversation about all things redistricting
IBEW Hall•6550 Poe Ave, Dayton, OH 45414
actionnetwork.org/events/whats...
What's Mappening, Dayton?
Join us for a community conversation about all things redistricting
IBEW Hall•6550 Poe Ave, Dayton, OH 45414
actionnetwork.org/events/whats...
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The last week of early voting brings extended evening and weekend hours! If you want to vote by mail, you must have your application in to your county Board of Elections by 8:30pm on Tuesday- request it here: ohiosos.gov/elections/voters/absentee-ballot
October 27, 2025 at 1:24 PM
The last week of early voting brings extended evening and weekend hours! If you want to vote by mail, you must have your application in to your county Board of Elections by 8:30pm on Tuesday- request it here: ohiosos.gov/elections/voters/absentee-ballot
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Why States Should Think Again Before Closing Primaries
Closing the primary certainly stymies crossover voting, but it also shuts independent voters out of the process entirely.
www.governing.com/politics/why...
Closing the primary certainly stymies crossover voting, but it also shuts independent voters out of the process entirely.
www.governing.com/politics/why...
Why States Should Think Again Before Closing Primaries
What’s happened in Wyoming illustrates how closed primary elections shut too many voters out of the electoral process, intensify political polarization and raise important questions about funding thes...
www.governing.com
October 27, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Why States Should Think Again Before Closing Primaries
Closing the primary certainly stymies crossover voting, but it also shuts independent voters out of the process entirely.
www.governing.com/politics/why...
Closing the primary certainly stymies crossover voting, but it also shuts independent voters out of the process entirely.
www.governing.com/politics/why...
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October 28 is National Vote Early Day! In Ohio, we don't need a reason to vote by mail or go to our early voting center- that's nobody's business but our own.
Today is the last day to request an absentee ballot—you have to return your application to your county board of elections TONIGHT by 8:30.
Today is the last day to request an absentee ballot—you have to return your application to your county board of elections TONIGHT by 8:30.
October 28, 2025 at 1:55 PM
October 28 is National Vote Early Day! In Ohio, we don't need a reason to vote by mail or go to our early voting center- that's nobody's business but our own.
Today is the last day to request an absentee ballot—you have to return your application to your county board of elections TONIGHT by 8:30.
Today is the last day to request an absentee ballot—you have to return your application to your county board of elections TONIGHT by 8:30.
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Like a 🧟♀️we hoped was dead, SB 153, that massive, unnecessary, and deeply harmful anti-voter bill from last spring is back in committee.
Let's put this bill in the ground once and for all:
☎️ Call General Government Committee Chair Sen. Kristina Roegner 614-466-4823 to tell her you oppose the bill
Let's put this bill in the ground once and for all:
☎️ Call General Government Committee Chair Sen. Kristina Roegner 614-466-4823 to tell her you oppose the bill
October 28, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Like a 🧟♀️we hoped was dead, SB 153, that massive, unnecessary, and deeply harmful anti-voter bill from last spring is back in committee.
Let's put this bill in the ground once and for all:
☎️ Call General Government Committee Chair Sen. Kristina Roegner 614-466-4823 to tell her you oppose the bill
Let's put this bill in the ground once and for all:
☎️ Call General Government Committee Chair Sen. Kristina Roegner 614-466-4823 to tell her you oppose the bill