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Spaghetti Districts and Stolen Representation: How Gerrymandering Broke Our Republic

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Gerrymandering distorts voting districts, undermining democracy by creating non-competitive, manipulated maps that disenfranchise voters and protect political power. This age-old practice, fueled by advanced data and software, leads to disconnection between local representation and communities. Reform is necessary to establish fair electoral boundaries based on existing legal jurisdictions.

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2026 Election Cycle / 2026 Elections Cycle / Accountability / Green Party / Maryland / Politics / voter outreach / Voting / Voting Rights

Democracy by Design? More Like Districts by Design: Andy Ellis Says Maryland Voters Are Being Played

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Maryland faces severe gerrymandering, compromising the significance of voters’ choices, as highlighted by gubernatorial candidate Andy Ellis. The manipulation of district lines ensures safety for incumbents, stifling competition and independent voices. Ellis advocates for reforms like open primaries and nonpartisan redistricting to restore true democracy, emphasizing that current systems are purposely flawed.

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Blacklisted Before the Ballot: How Maryland’s Media and Machine Silence Independent Candidates

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Andy Ellis, the Green Party gubernatorial candidate in Maryland, argues that the political system favors major parties, effectively silencing third-party voices. He highlights the exclusion from debates and mainstream media, which contribute to voters being unaware of diverse candidates. Ellis aims to challenge this dynamic and promote broader democratic engagement.

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Maryland Sued for Keeping Elections as Exclusive as a Georgetown Dinner Party

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ANNAPOLIS, MD — In what can only be described as a moment of shocking common sense, a legal challenge has been filed against Maryland’s beloved closed primary system—the very one …

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