Tony M. McCombie, Illinois State Representative from the 89th District | www.ilga.gov
Tony M. McCombie, Illinois State Representative from the 89th District | www.ilga.gov
Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie has expressed support for the newly launched Fair Map Illinois initiative, which seeks to place a constitutional amendment on the ballot next year. The proposed amendment would create an independent commission responsible for drawing state legislative maps.
McCombie released a statement addressing the issue of gerrymandering in Illinois: “For decades, Illinois voters have been silenced by heavily gerrymandered maps that let politicians choose their voters instead of the other way around. Although past attempts to reform the system were blocked by the Democratic majority, a new initiative launched this week marks a promising step forward.
“We need an independent redistricting process—one that amplifies voters’ voices and strengthens our democracy.
“Since the Governor failed to keep his promise to the people of Illinois, the Fair Map Illinois Initiative now stands as our best path toward meaningful change.”
McCombie, a Republican, was elected to represent Illinois' 89th House District in 2023, succeeding Andrew Chesney.
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