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jan boyle

Commission: both

Zip: 81201

Submittted: October 14, 2021

Comment:

I support the nonpartisan development of the district maps.

Cathy

Commission: both

Zip: 80907

Submittted: October 14, 2021

Comment:

PLEASE take a stand for transparency & help protect democracy by rejecting the gerrymandered maps being pushed by Commissioners Hunter Barnett & Aislinn Kottwitz ! These two individuals are a disgrace to our democratic process & they are threatening the future of this country ! Please do the right thing; do NOT let these cheaters win !

William Mathews

Commission: both

Zip: 80907

Submittted: October 13, 2021

Comment:

These maps should reflect the fair nonpartisan maps! Reject maps being pushed by Commissioners Barnett and Kottwitz and support maps drawn by nonpartisan staff.

Dr. John Folwer

Commission: congressional

Zip: 80439

Submittted: October 13, 2021

Comment:

I really think this is simple. Please do not allow any further shifting of district boundaries in accord with political party or current whim. Numbers should guide us, not political impiulse. If not we face a future of shifting boundaries, even, as is currently being suggested by a minority group(s) in Oregon. I am not being naive but rather reading into the logical consequences of change to serve one party or the other. Thank you.

Kate Forgach

Commission: both

Zip: 80526

Submittted: October 13, 2021

Comment:

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!! Republican legislative Redistricting Commissioners Hunter Barnett (R) and Aislinn Kottwitz (R) are working with non-disclosing and unregistered GOP operatives lobbying to shove through a last-minute set of maps to the Supreme Court that would fundamentally alter the make-up of the state senate and house, almost certainly ensuring control for Colorado Republicans over the next decade. This is a mockery of everything Independent Redistricting Commissions are meant to stand for and , sadly, oh so typical of the devious methods the Republicans continue to pursue to the great detriment of our democracy. Thank you.

Michele Dolphin

Commission: both

Zip: 80205

Submittted: October 13, 2021

Comment:

As an eighty-one year old voter, it is my expectation that all deliberations and decisions regarding Colorado redistricting will be honest, balanced and fair. Please honor these expectations because my heart and mind cannot accept anything less!

Paulette Dolin

Commission: both

Zip: 80610

Submittted: October 13, 2021

Comment:

I'm concerned because my understanding is yesterday, anonpartisan, neutral redistricting staff submitted their final set of legislative maps to the commission, which would ensure fair representation for the people of Colorado, as they wanted. Now I'm learning there may be competing maps that seem to be more partisan which could replace that map. I belive our communities deserve to know who is behind efforts to undermine communities who have spoken out and want their voices heard so they are represented. Partisan maps are a problem so please ensure the integrity of the districts and transparency in who is designing maps.

Patrick Bertch

Commission: congressional

Zip: 80218

Submittted: October 13, 2021

Comment:

I've been closely following the US House redistricting maps. In a state that voted for Biden by over 10 points, it would be unfair and against the design of the commission to end up with a 4-4 Dem/GOP split. The 8th district I believe is 1.6 pts leaning Dem, but should be much safer for Democrats. Otherwise this is a gerrymander for the GOP. Which is unfortunately happening all over the country in states where the GOP runs the redistricting. Colorado should have a map that represents our electorate.

Bryan Wm. Blakely

Commission: legislative

Zip: 80526

Submittted: October 13, 2021

Comment:

Republican legislative Redistricting Commissioners Hunter Barnett (R) and Aislinn Kottwitz (R) are working with non-disclosing and unregistered GOP operatives lobbying to shove through a last-minute set of maps to the Supreme Court that would fundamentally alter the make-up of the state senate and house, almost certainly ensuring control for Colorado Republicans over the next decade. This is a mockery of everything that Independent Redistricting Commissions are meant to stand for.

Sharon N-Kase

Commission: both

Zip: 80525

Submittted: October 13, 2021

Comment:

The NONPARTISON Colorado Independent Redistricting Commission has made its recommendations regarding congressional/legislative districts for the state. This activity demands transparency from all sides of the political spectrum. It is essential that neither Republicans, Democrats or Independents attempt to alter recommendations by working behind the scenes to change these recommendations. It is your responsibility as Commissioners to reject attempts of gerrymandering of your recommendations by Republican representatives Barnett and Kottwitz, who would undermine the independence of the actions taken by the Commission. Thank you for the important work you do. Sincerely, Sharon N-Kase