This is why the Republicans do not want Initiative in Texas

Read up on how proposition 106 in Arizona amended Arizona’s Constitution which led to the redrawing of AZ’s legislative and Congressional districts by way of a five member commission of balanced appointments; 2 Republicans, 2 Democrats and 1 Independent. ARIZONA INDEPENDENT REDISTRICTING COMMITTEE

Politicians who like independent redistricting

Other states with independent commissions

Read the commentary on Texas’ redistricting decision in the Indiana Law Blog

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