Wondering what gerrymandering has to do with Issue 1, and how the process of drawing congressional maps actually impacts representation for voters? Gerrymandering and Issue 1 If it passes, Issue 1 would change Ohio’s redistricting…
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Stop fueling partisan divides
Regardless of whether you are voting for incumbent Marcy Kaptur (D) or Derek Merrin (R), I urge you to vote ‘yes’ on Issue 1 to have fair legislative maps drawn in an open, transparent process….
Redrawing Ohio’s future with Issue 1
The sidewalk bordering voter parking at the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections is lined with signs advocating contrasting views on Issue 1. One sign reads, “Stop Gerrymandering. No on Issue 1,” while another nearby reads,…
The Post: Possible end of gerrymandering in Ohio lies within Issue 1
As many students make the weekly trip from campus to East State Street to buy groceries or for retail therapy, the inevitable passing of political signs outside homes catches eyes and creates conversation. The signs…
Morning Ag Clips: OFU Urges Rural Ohio to Vote YES on Issue 1
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Farmers Union, with 4,000 family farmer and consumer members statewide, is calling on rural Ohioans to support State Issue 1. “For decades Ohio has wrestled with establishing a fair way…
OCJ: Virtual town hall looks to reach Black Ohioans, urge support for Issue 1
Civil rights groups throughout the state have endorsed the proposed Ohio Issue 1 redistricting reform, and argued in favor of it during a town hall held Tuesday night. The impact of Issue 1 on Black…
Goal of Issue 1 is to stop gerrymandering
State Issue 1 was explained to interested voters at a forum held Monday at the Wood County Senior Center. Citizens Not Politicians is a coalition of people and organizations seeking to end gerrymandering in Ohio…
Cincinnati Enquirer Vote Yes Editorial: Issue 1 will end gerrymandering, returning power to Ohio’s voters
Voters should choose their elected leaders, not the other way around. Unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case in Ohio, one of the most gerrymandered states in the country, for quite a while. It’s time for…
Dayton Daily News Editorial: Don’t let political subterfuge confuse you on Issue 1
This November, Ohioans have the opportunity to vote on a citizen-initiated constitutional amendment that would change how state and federal legislative district maps are drawn. The results of its passage could dramatically alter the political…
Britton and Stoff: Not every voice matters in Ohio. Issue 1 will change that.
Ohio is a place where everyone’s voice matters. That is the heart and character of our state. However, Ohio is also one of the most gerrymandered states in America. From every corner of this amazing…