The Eastern Shore Needs to Vote “Yes” on Redistricting!

We have been hearing a lot about redistricting. Isn’t that done every 10 years based on the Census? It is. Then why is it happening now? Redistricting means an equal voice for every voter. For years, politicians have created these maps to protect their own party or their own seats. This is called gerrymandering. Results of gerrymandering are:

• Elections are decided before people even vote;

• Many races are not truly competitive; and

• Voters feel like their voices don’t matter.

Redistricting done fairly means:

• One person, one vote so an Accomack County voter’s voice carries the same weight as any other Virginian’s. That’s basic fairness; and

• Voters choose their representatives - not politicians choosing their voters;

• Representatives who will work for all of us, not just their party; and

• Our representatives will better understand rural issues like farming, water quality, housing, and coastal resilience.

We will be voting this Spring (Early Voting starts March 6 and Election Day is Tuesday, April 21. When the redistricting question appears on the ballot, we urge every Accomack County voter to turn out and vote “Yes”. A strong “Yes” sends a clear message that the Eastern Shore expects honest maps, equal representation and real respect for rural Virginia.

Let’s stand up for our County & our community! Let’s show up & vote “Yes”!

You can help support this effort! Virginians for Fair Elections is looking for those who would be interested in submitting a letter to the editor in support of voting “Yes” on the Fair Elections amendment. Please fill out this form if you are interested! Thank you so much!

For more information, visit Virginians for Fair Elections!