Holt Legislative Redistricting 3rd Testimony

05.May.2012by Amanda in Redistricting· 0 comments

Once again the failure of released preliminary maps to follow the PA Constitution left multiple counties, municipalities, and wards suffering. Learn how specifically what went wrong and how the commission can correct this in my testimony.

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Stay Engaged

23.Apr.2012by Amanda in Redistricting· 0 comments

It is important for citizens to stay engaged in this redistricting process, but several have asked how they can do this. There are three specific ways that come to mind.

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Redistricting Delaware County

12.Apr.2012by Amanda in Redistricting· 0 comments

Having recently spent some time in Delaware County, it caused me to review how Delaware County was impacted by the now overturned Redistricting maps and compare this to the Holt evidence.

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Should Political Subdivisions Stay Whole?

11.Apr.2012by Amanda in Redistricting· 2 comments

Ingrained into Pennsylvania’s Constitution is one component of representation that leads to an essential question. Finding an answer leads to unexpected places in Pennsylvania history with surprising relevance for today.

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The Story of Reapportionment

14.Mar.2012by Amanda in Redistricting· 2 comments

Pennsylvania redistricting began with one fundamental issue and the document that forever shaped its future. This defining moment gave birth to a new kind of government. And that was just the beginning.

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Does Representation Matter to Me?

08.Mar.2012by Amanda in Redistricting· 2 comments

What seems like an obscure issue may actually be the thread that ties together the things we hold most sacred. A look into its origins reveals that representation comes much closer to home than many of us realize.

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Watching Harrisburg Legislators

02.Mar.2012by Amanda in Redistricting· 0 comments

What if you could be a spectator in the Pennsylvania State Capital while enjoying the comforts of home? Advances in technology means that the Redistricting Commission and your state legislators may be just a few clicks away.

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Ins and Outs of Moving a District

18.Feb.2012by Amanda in Redistricting· 2 comments

Redistricting must account for the shifting tide in Pennsylvania’s population. But what happens when you strip away influences outside of the constitution? The traditional perspective on moving districts receives an adjustment as an impartial system reveals the facts.

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Holt Legislative Redistricting 2nd Testimony

19.Nov.2011by Amanda in Redistricting· 10 comments

The failure of released preliminary maps to follow the PA Constitution left multiple counties, municipalities, and wards suffering. Learn how specifically what went wrong and how the commission can correct this in my testimony.

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Best PA Redistricting Resources

11.Oct.2011by Amanda in Redistricting· 0 comments

In my year long redistricting journey, I’ve come across many resources. But a few were standouts as more helpful than the rest. If you are looking to learn more, than you’ve come to the right place. Some of these I wish I’d found sooner!

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