In a move that could significantly shift the balance of power in New York politics, Democratic leaders are calling on state lawmakers to redraw the state's congressional and legislative districts in the wake of a landmark Supreme Court ruling. The high court's decision has effectively gutted a key provision of the Voting Rights Act, which previously required federal approval for changes to voting districts in certain states with a history of voter suppression. With this provision now struck down, New York Democrats are seizing the opportunity to redraw the state's districts to better reflect the growing diversity and demographics of the state. As a result, the state's political landscape could be altered in a major way, with potential implications for elections and representation for years to come.
Democrats Urge N.Y. Leaders to Redistrict After Supreme Court Ruling The New York Times
