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The Ruckus over Redistricting

Every ten years, with new census data, states need to re-draw their political lines and it’s never pretty.  This year is no exception, with competing partisan maps and legislative approval on a final plan due in January.  We’ll see where the new lines may land and how that could affect New Hampshire voters this fall. 

Guests

  • Paul Mirski - Republican State Representative from Enfield and Chairman of the Special Committee on Redistricting.
  • Paul Twomey - An attorney who has worked on an alternative redistricting plan supported by many Democratic lawmakers.

We'll also hear from

Redistricting plan presented by attorney Paul Twomey and America Votes, an organization that promotes progressive policies and works on voting and election issues:

Laura is well known in New Hampshire for her in-depth coverage of important issues and is widely regarded for her interviews with presidential hopefuls. Laura is a graduate of Keene High School in New Hampshire. Prior to hosting The Exchange, Laura worked in public radio in Washington, D.C. as a local reporter and announcer for WAMU and as a newscaster for NPR. Before her radio career, she was a researcher for USA Today's "Money" section, and a research assistant at the Institute for International Economics. Laura occasionally guest hosts national programs such as The Diane Rehm Show and Here and Now. In 2007 Laura was named New Hampshire Broadcaster of the Year by the New Hampshire Association of Broadcasters.
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