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Action Alert

Take Action: Ensure Fair Redistricting

Redistricting, the process of redrawing election district boundaries every ten years to ensure that districts have equal populations, is crucial…

September 21, 2023

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Announcement

Fair Maps in the State of California

The League of Women Voters of California and California Common Cause have released a comprehensive report evaluating both the outcomes and the processes of the 2020 California Citizens Redistricting Commission (CRC).

July 17, 2023

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Announcement

The Promise of Fair Maps

California’s 2020 Local Redistricting Cycle: Lessons Learned and Future Reforms With the 2020 local redistricting cycle concluded, this report takes a step back to evaluate the effectiveness of the FAIR MAPS Act and related Independent Redistricting Commission reforms at encouraging meaningful public participation and promoting the adoption of maps that better reflect and empower a jurisdiction’s diverse communities.

January 26, 2023

Announcement

A passion for fairness leads to fighting for redistricting reform: Meet Karen V. Clopton

Find out more about Karen's League journey starting with moderating candidate forums and fighting for voting rights in California.

February 2, 2022

Public Statement

Advocates File Amicus with California Supreme Court, Letter Urging Extension of Redistricting Deadline

It is crucial that the California Supreme court extends commissioners time to draw maps to ensure our communities have a voice in this redistricting cycle

September 7, 2021

Announcement

CENSUS APPORTIONMENT DATA – FAQ

The decennial census has a profound impact on how we are represented in our governing institutions — from Congress and state legislatures, down to city councils and school boards. Read our FAQ.

April 26, 2021

Announcement

League of Women Voters, Common Cause and Fmr Gov. Schwarzenegger Applaud the California Supreme Court Extending Deadlines for New Voting Maps

California is the first state to extend redistricting deadlines due to the Census Bureau delay.

July 17, 2020

Announcement

Coalition Demands Redistricting Commissioners Address Underrepresentation

We joined many organizations and allies in calling on the first 8 commissioners to address this dramatic and unacceptable underrepresentation when they select the next 6 commissioners. All communities must see themselves in this Commission.

July 13, 2020