Applaud VA Dems for Fighting Back Against GOP Gerrymanders

Virginia Democrats are stepping up to defend fair representation — and they deserve our applause.

This week, Democratic leaders in Virginia unveiled a new congressional map designed to counter Donald Trump’s aggressive redistricting push and help level the playing field ahead of the 2026 midterms. The proposal could put four additional U.S. House seats within reach for Democrats, strengthening voters’ voices at a moment when control of Congress is being manipulated through partisan mapmaking.

Republicans across the country are racing to redraw districts mid-decade to lock in power before voters even cast a ballot. Faced with that reality, Virginia Democrats made a clear choice: they refused to sit on the sidelines while democracy is tilted against voters. As Senate President Pro Tempore L. Louise Lucas put it, “These are not ordinary times and Virginia will not sit on the sidelines.”

This effort follows decisive Democratic wins in Virginia last fall and reflects a broader commitment to protecting representative government nationwide. While legal challenges remain, the message is unmistakable — Democrats are willing to fight back, use every lawful tool available, and stand up for voters instead of surrendering ground to partisan power grabs.

Add your name to applaud Virginia Democrats for meeting this moment, pushing back against GOP gerrymanders, and standing up for fair maps, competitive elections, and a democracy where voters — not politicians — choose their leaders.