In Virginia gerrymandering fight, Republicans claim Obama's with them. He isn't - Reuters
In Virginia gerrymandering fight, Republicans claim Obama's with them. He isn't Reuters
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— Barack Obama , Politician
"By voting yes, you have the chance to do something important — not just for the Commonwealth, but for our entire country."
— Barack Obama , Politician
"By voting yes, you can take a temporary step to level the playing field. And we're counting on you."
— Barack Obama , Politician
"This amendment gives you the power to level the playing field in the midterms this fall."
— Barack Obama , Politician
"Virginians have the opportunity to take action in response to this extraordinary moment in history."
— Abigail Spanberger , Politician
"Barack Obama has never been for fair maps in Virginia."
— Brian Cannon , Activist
"This amendment gives you the power to level the playing field in the midterms this fall."
— Barack Obama , Politician
"Free and fair elections are the cornerstone of our democracy, but right now they are under threat."
— Barack Obama , Politician
"At this extraordinary moment, I urge all Virginians to join me in voting yes by April 21."
— Abigail Spanberger , Politician
"says that he’s ‘entitled’ to more Republican seats before this year’s midterms."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Free and fair elections are the cornerstone of our democracy, but right now they are under threat."
— Barack Obama , Politician
"This amendment gives you the power to level the playing field in the midterms this fall, and voters will have the final say over what the maps look like."
— Barack Obama , Politician
"We have an opportunity in Texas to pick up five seats."
— Donald Trump , Politician
Key People
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger became Virginia’s first female governor and has served three terms in the U.S. House.
Barack Obama is the 44th President of the United States.
Member of the advisory board of No Gerrymandering Virginia.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Gavin Newsom is the Governor of California.
Former Governor of Virginia.
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<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiwwFBVV95cUxOa1lHRkd0QlRIOEY0dTBpZHEzV24xUElaS2pMbHVTUXZSc2NFWVB5TWNmV1JaTlBoX2ZxYWh5Y2ZFTC0zVlNfaXdwN2VodUttcGVlQ1BuaTM5ZnE3bTlGMVlodjhDNkhiQk9aSm5YWFNCTjBTcW9NQ2dINFl0bzZSR1g3RWVKSlh4RnZFdVFzU3NEWGRuNmJLQjZvYXl5NlpCOHh1UHFhb3FCZFR1U3hvVXdMUTA0Q2xycXhaZ3F1QmJKNjg?oc=5" target="_blank">In Virginia gerrymandering fight, Republicans claim Obama's with them. He isn't</a> <font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>
Former President Barack Obama is urging Virginians to vote in favor of a congressional redistricting ballot measure that could give Democrats a significant advantage in the upcoming midterm elections.
Former President Barack Obama has voiced his support for efforts to redraw Virginia’s congressional districts, aligning with Democratic leaders who aim to counter Republican gerrymandering efforts in other states.
Former President Barack Obama has endorsed a redistricting effort in Virginia aimed at flipping four Republican-held U.S. House seats ahead of the November midterm elections.
Former President Barack Obama has called on Virginians to support a state constitutional amendment allowing the legislature to redraw its congressional map to counter pro-GOP gerrymanders in other states.
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