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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · 1d

Republicans knows how deeply unpopular their policies have been. So they decided to gerrymander as many states as they possibly can, cheating the American people out of fair representation. Between the Big Ugly Bill & the nationwide redistricting battle, too many people are going to feel the damage.

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · 1d

In this episode of Drawing the Line, we cover all the latest on redistricting in Missouri, Indiana, Ohio, and Utah, as well as the upcoming Supreme Court case on Louisiana's maps. There's *a lot* going on — so tune in now to get the updates! www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTjJ...

'It's Extortion': Inside the Republican War on Fair Maps

Republicans just can’t stop cheating — and voters are paying the price. On this episode of DRAWING THE LINE, Marina Jenkins and John Bisognano unpack the GOP’s latest round of gerrymandering schemes…

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · 8d

They literally can not help themselves.

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · 8d

Honestly, inject this into my veins.

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · 9d

Just so we are all on the same page, he flew every general in US command in from around the world to tell them that they were fat and weak and most should quit….

That was an interesting choice.

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · 13d

I did not rob the bank.

That said, $1 million dollars in cash is missing from the bank. Additionally, recently found $1 million dollars in cash in a bag in my home.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

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All On The Line @allontheline.bsky.social · 14d

The White House is continuing to pressure more states to gerrymander their congressional maps because they are afraid of voters holding them accountable for their unpopular policies.

This is a decisive moment for our democracy. Take action to fight back against this power grab. ⬇️

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · 14d

Missouri Gov Kehoe is going to sign the new gerrymandered Congressional map on Sunday. The map cuts Kansas City into three slices, like a 🍕 , and notably puts one precinct into two different congressional districts… governor.mo.gov/press-releas...

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · 14d

Imagine caring so little about the voters in your state that you trade making the most rigged map in the country EVEN MORE RIGGED, all just for Trump’s endorsement.

"I'll do anything for you as long as you tweet about me"... what a sad existence.
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NC Senate leader Phil Berger to get endorsement from President Donald Trump in exchange for redistricting, sources say

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – Top Republican North Carolina state Senator Phil Berger is expected to accept an endorsement from President Donald Trump in his 2026 primary challenge in exchange for redrawi…

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · 28d

The assassination of Charlie Kirk is horrifying. It's deeply sad that this murder aims to instill fear in those wanting to shape the country's future, regardless of ideology. I wish to live in a place that supports ideas, speech, and non-violent disagreement.

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National Democratic Redistricting Committee @democraticredistricting.com · Sep 8

🎙️ NEW: Trump and Republicans are trying to rig the system through gerrymandered maps.

In the latest episode of NDRC’s Drawing the Line, @johnbisognano.com & @marinakjenkins.bsky.social break down Trump’s gerrymandering ploys and how Democrats are fighting back.
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Redistricting Arms Race

YouTube video by National Democratic Redistricting Committee

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · Sep 3

Missouri Republicans just proposed a new congressional map — and it’s an extreme gerrymander. MO Republicans are choosing to cater to Washington instead of standing up for their constituents. They can and should back down from pursuing this power grab before it’s too late. bit.ly/45L0xhs

NDRC Statement on Missouri Republican Legislators Introducing Extreme Congressional Gerrymander Proposal - National Democratic Redistricting Committee

NDRC is building a targeted, state-by-state strategy to ensure Democrats can fight back against gerrymandering and achieve fair maps during the redistricting process.

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · Sep 3

When gerrymandering has transcended to the funny pages you know it’s bad…

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · Aug 29

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again:
Yankees suck.

Politico @politico.com · Aug 28

Baseball star Mark Teixeira has launched a campaign to fill an open Texas House seat, the latest celebrity athlete to dive into politics.

Teixeira is running as a Republican in a safe red seat being vacated by GOP Rep. Chip Roy.

Mark Teixeira, former MLB All Star, kicks off Texas House campaign

Teixeira was a superstar on the diamond, going yard 409 times in a career saw him play for four big league outfits, including the Texas Rangers and New York Yankees.

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · Aug 29

For a man that claims to be sooo big, strong and proud of his extreme gerrymander… signing this bill in a basement?? Surrounded by no one?? on a Friday evening should tell you all you need to know about how unpopular this is.

Hide. Duck. Lie.

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · Aug 29

What a completely absurd and weird lie. It’s obvious he is trying to shirk responsibility for completely abandoning of his 5 members in California… and likely more.

Donald Trump and Mike Johnson own this.

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · Aug 28

I've said it before and will keep saying it, NO ONE THAT ISN'T A GOP MEMBER OF CONGRESS OR DONALD TRUMP LIKES THIS GERRYMANDERING WAR.

No voters are asking for this. No businesses are asking for this. No one likes this.
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Businesses Don’t Want Gerrymandered Election Maps Either — Bloomberg Businessweek

A national coalition of corporate leaders says monopolies in politics are as problematic as they are in business.

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Eric Holder @ericholder.bsky.social · Aug 28

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · Aug 26

Imagine if Donald Trump and JD Vance spent half the energy they are spending begging states to gerrymander, on passing legislation that would lower the price of drugs or groceries?

Their priority is to cheat, not to solve.

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John Bisognano @johnbisognano.com · Aug 26

Let’s. Fucking. Go.

Democracy Docket @democracydocket.com · Aug 26

BREAKING: In a massive win for democracy, a Utah judge struck down the GOP’s gerrymandered congressional map.

Utah voters demanded fairer maps and politicians must now deliver.

Utah Strikes Down Gerrymandered Map, Reinstates Voter-Approved Redistricting Reforms