CAIR-Ohio Testifies Before the Ohio Redistricting Commission on Proposed Maps

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, Recent News, September

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 09/16/2021) – On Thursday, Sept. 9, Sunday, Sept. 12, and Tuesday, Sept. 14, the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) and Muslim community members testified before the Ohio Redistricting Commission on proposed maps in public hearings in Columbus and Dayton.

The Ohio Redistricting Commission hosted hearings in Dayon and Columbus to solicit public testimony on proposed maps submitted through the official redistricting process. On Thursday, September 9th, majority commission members proposed maps that seriously undermine constitutional requirements that direct the commission members to create maps that reflect the voting preferences of all Ohioans. The proposed maps would provide the GOP with 66% of Ohio legislature seats, despite the fact that they receive less than 55% of the statewide vote. Read More “CAIR-Ohio Testifies Before the Ohio Redistricting Commission on Proposed Maps” →

CAIR-Ohio Denounces Ohio Redistricting Commission’s Proposed State Legislative Maps

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, Recent News, September, Take Action

Unconstitutional. Unacceptable. The Ohio Redistricting Commission’s proposed state legislative maps do not reflect Ohio voting preferences (55% republican, 45% democrat) and favor one political party, which goes against constitutional requirements. The maps crack apart communities of color, dividing our neighborhoods and pulling together parts of the state that don’t belong in the same districts.

TAKE ACTION

With less than a week until the constitutional deadline, the commission must allow the public to comment on the maps, but what they consider depends on  us! Public hearings are this coming Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. We need Ohio Muslims to show up and speak up. Even if you can’t make it in person, we’ll help you write and submit testimony.

Contact CAIR-Ohio Policy Director Tala Dahbour at tdahbour@cair.com or 614-401-2920.

The Muslim Community Mobilizes Against Gerrymandering at Public Hearings Across the State

by Fadila Gitosuputro in Recent News

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 9/2/2021) – On Monday, August 23, Tuesday, August 24, and Wednesday, August 25, the Ohio Redistricting Commission held public hearings in Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. These meetings are part of a string of state-wide hearings to garner public input in the official redistricting process. CAIR-Ohio staff and Muslim community members testified in front of the commission to advocate for fair maps and proportional political representation.   Read More “The Muslim Community Mobilizes Against Gerrymandering at Public Hearings Across the State” →

CAIR-Ohio Holds Redistricting Civic Engagement Events in Dayton and Cincinnati

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, August, Recent News

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 8/17/2021) – On Wednesday, August 11, 2021, and Saturday, August 14, 2021, the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) hosted redistricting education and mapmaking workshops at the Dayton Mercy Society and the Midpointe Library West Chester to advocate for equal districts that fairly represent the Muslim community.  Read More “CAIR-Ohio Holds Redistricting Civic Engagement Events in Dayton and Cincinnati” →

CAIR-Ohio Testifies at the Ohio Citizens’ Redistricting Commission Hearing for Central Ohio

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, August, Recent News

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 08/12/2021) – On Thursday, August 12, the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) testified at the Ohio Citizens’ Redistricting Commission (OCRC) Hearing for Central Ohio to advocate for fair districts that amplify the Ohio Muslim voice. Read More “CAIR-Ohio Testifies at the Ohio Citizens’ Redistricting Commission Hearing for Central Ohio” →

Equal Districts Coalition: With Census Data in Hand, Ohio’s Redistricting Process Must Begin

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, August, Recent News

COLUMBUS — Today, the US Census Bureau released redistricting data to the states for the purposes of redrawing state legislative and congressional districts. The Equal Districts Coalition — a unified group of nearly 30 Ohio advocacy organizations and unions engaged in the 2021 redistricting process — is calling on Ohio’s Redistricting Commission and legislature to immediately begin the important public work necessary to produce fair, representative districts.


“No matter who we are or where we’re from, we all deserve to stand on equal footing when it comes to having a say in who represents us in the Statehouse and in Congress. For too long, Ohioans have been shut out of the political process. We finally have a chance to fix that with fair maps — but only if our process is transparent and allows all of us an equal say in how our futures are drawn,” said Jeniece Brock, Ohio Citizens’ Redistricting Commission Vice Chair and Policy and Advocacy Director for the Ohio Organizing Collaborative.

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Join CAIR-Ohio’s Mobilization WhatsApp Group!

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, August, Recent News, Take Action


Join CAIR-Ohio’s rapid response redistricting mobilization group to receive real-time updates on the official redistricting process. We need to be ready to mobilize: attend public hearings, present testimony, and make our voices heard!

Redistricting directly impacts the voting power of the Muslim community. Help us ensure Ohio Muslims are not left out, split up or ignored.

Click here to learn more about redistricting in Ohio.

For questions, contact CAIR-Ohio Policy Director Tala Dahbour: tdahbour@cair.com | 614-401-2920.

Upcoming Event! Learn How Redistricting Impacts Our Communities!

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, August, Recent News

Join us for some food and learn how redistricting impacts the Muslim community. Help us fight against gerrymandering from 12-2PM on Saturday, Aug. 14th at Midpointe Library West Chester!

Redistricting directly impacts the voting power of the Muslim community. Help us ensure Ohio Muslims are not left out, split up or ignored. Lunch will be provided! Draw your map = get a free meal!

RSVP on Facebook here: https://fb.me/e/1UTQAARUWl

 

CAIR-Ohio Advocates for Equal Districts at Fair Maps Town Halls

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, August, Recent News

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 08/4/2021) – On Tuesday, July 27, Thursday, July 29, and Wednesday, August 4, the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) spoke at Fair Maps Town Halls across the state. CAIR-Ohio representatives advocated for equal districts that fairly represent Muslim communities in Ohio.

Amina Wase, a CAIR-Ohio intern who lives in Centerville and is educating her community about redistricting, spoke on her perspective as a Muslim American at the Dayton Town Hall. Specifically, Wase pointed out that her fellow Muslim community members who live five minutes east of her home are not represented in the same district as her despite their shared experiences.

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