The MeidasTouch Podcast John Bisognano on How to Counter GOP Redistricting Plan
Aug 17, 2025
John Bisognano, President of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee, dives into the battle against gerrymandering, particularly in Texas. He discusses how political leaders manipulate electoral maps under the guise of supporting minority communities, all while consolidating Republican power. Bisognano emphasizes the importance of grassroots movements and citizen engagement in challenging these unfair practices. He also sheds light on recent reforms aimed at achieving equitable representation and the ongoing efforts needed to empower voters.
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Gaslighting Normalizes Extreme Maps
- Right-wing media and officials are using gaslighting and absurdity to normalize extreme gerrymandering.
- Framing gerrymanders as 'help' for minorities masks the true partisan motive.
Fairer Maps Have Restored Competition
- Recent redistricting has produced the fairest congressional maps in decades, reversing prior extremes.
- Texas aims to revert to an older, deeply gerrymandered system to block Democratic competition.
Race As The Stated Rationale Matters
- Abbott explicitly cites race as the primary rationale for his redraw, which matters legally.
- Using race as the predominant factor creates strong grounds for litigation and public scrutiny.