Senator Hesselbein Statement: After More than a Decade of Political Gerrymanders, Fair Maps are Signed into Law in Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis – Today, Governor Tony Evers signed Senate Bill 488 into law containing the redistricting maps he submitted to the Supreme Court. Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) released the following statement:

“The maps signed into law today signify a huge win for the people of Wisconsin. For more than a decade, issues that Wisconsinites cared deeply about were largely ignored because Republicans had rigged the redistricting process. This November, Republicans will finally face a constituency that reflects the will of the people and one that will hold them accountable for more than a decade of unchecked power.

“My Democratic colleagues and I have long argued that voters should choose their elected officials, not the other way around, and this will now become a reality.

“While I remain disappointed with the legislative process that brought these maps forward, especially the lack of opportunity for public input, I am moving forward with optimism that fair maps and representative democracy have been restored in Wisconsin.”

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.