The Shape of Things: Alabama

Our Shape of Things series raises awareness about the barriers to fair representation in local communities of interest. [AOTL logo] ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ The Shape Of Things: AL -- 02 [The New Districts: Advancing Fair Representation]( A landmark achievement has been reached for fair representation, not only for Black Alabamians but for equitable maps across the nation. A federal panel has replaced the previous gerrymandered map, which failed to provide an equal political opportunity for Black Alabamians. This new map opens the door to the possibility of two Black Members of Congress representing the state simultaneously for the first time in history. The revised map creates two congressional districts that will allow Black voters the opportunity to elect their candidates of choice while avoiding additional county splits, ensuring all 18 Black Belt counties are included in one of the two opportunity districts. Our Shape of Things series raises awareness about the barriers to fair representation for communities throughout the country. It provides an opportunity to support our fight for their representation. [Will you support All On The Line with a recurring donation of any amount to support our work to advocate for fair maps in places like Alabama and other target states?]( [What’s Next? Upholding Fair Representation]( The recent adoption of this new map signifies the culmination of Alabama's remedial process following the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Allen v. Milligan, upholding Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. It underscored the necessity for two districts where Black voters could elect their candidates of choice, a principle reaffirmed by both the district and Supreme Court. Throughout the years of litigation, the National Redistricting Foundation (NRF), an affiliate of All On The Line, played a pivotal role in ensuring the rights of Black Alabamians were upheld. "One year from now, those same Black voters in Alabama, who comprise more than a quarter of the state’s population, will finally have the opportunity to elect the candidate of their choice across two congressional districts. That is progress." Marina Jenkins, Executive Director [Empowering Voters: The Importance of The New Map]( Alabama now boasts a fairer congressional map. This court-adopted map could see two Black Members of Congress from Alabama serve simultaneously, marking an unprecedented stride towards fair representation. The ripple effect extends beyond Alabama; it's a testament to justice and a stark warning against any attempt to deny fair representation. [To continue to protect fairness for Black Alabamians and voters of color across the country, we must take action now to help All On The Line advocate for fair maps. Our organization is working tirelessly to ensure voters in states like Alabama and nationwide are supported by a grassroots-driven movement to restore our democracy. Can you help our efforts across the nation by rushing a monthly donation today?]( [DONATE]( All On The Line is the grassroots advocacy campaign supported by the National Redistricting Action Fund. Support our work to end gerrymandering. Text FAIR to 88228 to receive recurring updates from AOTL by automated text message. Text HELP for help, STOP to end. Msg & Data rates may apply. [Privacy policy]( and [Terms of service.]( [DONATE]( PAID FOR BY THE NATIONAL REDISTRICTING ACTION FUND. Contributions or gifts to The National Redistricting Action Fund are not tax deductible. 700 13th Street NW, Suite 600, Washington, D.C. 20005 This email was sent to:{EMAIL} [unsubscribe](