And many of us as elected officials swore to defend the Constitution. A Constitution that guarantees equal protection, a Constitution that guarantees equal voice, a Constitution that provides for equal representation of every citizen. And Carving out maps for partisan advantage undermines [the Constitution's] guarantee [of equal representation]. members. The Constitution is not a suggestion. It's the foundation of our democracy, and it's our solemn duty to uphold it. (08:34–08:48)
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Asserts that partisan gerrymandering undermines constitutional guarantees of equal representation.
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