Nassau County Agrees to Redraw Voting Districts, Increasing Representation for Minority Voters
EAST MEADOW, N.Y. — In an important move towards addressing racial disparities, Nassau County has agreed to redraw its voting districts following claims that the present boundaries disenfranchised minority residents. This agreement came after a legal challenge initiated by civil liberties organizations. The suburban area, located just east of Queens, New York City, will now feature revised political maps that aim to empower its Black, Latino, and Asian populations. Per the terms of the settlement announced Thursday, six voting districts will now have majorities composed of these communities, a significant increase from the four districts … Read more