How Will Communities of Interest be Protected Under Proposition 11 Redistricting Rules?
Right now cities such as Long Beach, San Jose and Fresno are divided into as many as 4 oddly shaped districts- all designed to protect incumbent legislators. Similarly, communities and counties have also been divided and grouped into strange districts. Districts that cut up counties, cities and communities leave voters with no political voice and no election choice. By respecting communities, cities and counties, Proposition 11 will ensure that voters have a greater political voice to demand that the issues important to us are addressed by the people we choose to elect. Proposition 11 also protects communities of interest by stating that the districts shall comply with the Federal Voting Rights Act and ensure that the geographic integrity of any city, county, neighborhood, or community of interest shall be respected.
