Local Republicans are distributing yard signs urging a “NO” vote on Issue 1, attempting to stop gerrymandering. However, the letter argues that voting “NO” will actually maintain the current gerrymandered districts, which have been rejected by Ohio’s Supreme Court seven times. Despite objections to the confusing wording of the ballot description by Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose, who is a Republican, the issue is being pushed by Republicans who may be misrepresenting the true impact of voting “NO.”
The letter highlights the need for fair redistricting in Ohio, advocating for a nonpartisan redistricting commission to create fair maps and remove the current Republican advantage. It argues that fair maps benefit everyone by preventing either party from gaining too much control over Ohio’s districts in the future.
Therefore, the letter urges voters to vote “YES” on Issue 1 to support fair redistricting and put an end to gerrymandering in Ohio. The author, Margo Bartlett of Delaware, believes that passing Issue 1 would be a win for everyone in the state.
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