Congressman Marc Molinaro Reacts to New York Redistricting for 2024
Congressman Marcus Molinaro Discusses New York Redistricting and its Potential Impacts
A recent decision by New York's highest court to redraw the state's congressional map. Congressman Molinaro of the 19th district expresses concern over the reopening of redistricting, appreciating it for maintaining a competitive and balanced nature among districts. He urges the Democrat-controlled houses of the state legislature to not give into partisan gerrymandering and highlights the importance of prioritizing the needs of the communities he represents. The congressman also discusses the potential impact of the ruling on one of the most competitive districts, while emphasizing the importance to meet state constitution requirements and to protect communities with shared interests and backgrounds.
00:00 Introduction to the Redistricting Issue
00:00 Congressman's Reaction to Court's Decision
00:25 Implications of Redistricting on State Legislature
00:34 Concerns Over Partisan Gerrymandering
00:42 Impact on Voters and Communities
01:10 Potential Impact on Competitive Districts
01:19 Hope for Fair Redistricting Process
02:20 Closing Remarks on Redistricting Issue
A recent decision by New York's highest court to redraw the state's congressional map. Congressman Molinaro of the 19th district expresses concern over the reopening of redistricting, appreciating it for maintaining a competitive and balanced nature among districts. He urges the Democrat-controlled houses of the state legislature to not give into partisan gerrymandering and highlights the importance of prioritizing the needs of the communities he represents. The congressman also discusses the potential impact of the ruling on one of the most competitive districts, while emphasizing the importance to meet state constitution requirements and to protect communities with shared interests and backgrounds.
00:00 Introduction to the Redistricting Issue
00:00 Congressman's Reaction to Court's Decision
00:25 Implications of Redistricting on State Legislature
00:34 Concerns Over Partisan Gerrymandering
00:42 Impact on Voters and Communities
01:10 Potential Impact on Competitive Districts
01:19 Hope for Fair Redistricting Process
02:20 Closing Remarks on Redistricting Issue
