The Redistricting War: How It Affects Minnesota Voters

On March 18th at 4 pm the League of Women Voters (LWV) Park Rapids will continue its discussion on how politicians, reporters, and pundits are reshaping the rules of voting. To help demystify these changes, our 100-plus-year-old organization continues to host programs designed to educate the public. We are a nonpartisan group; we do not support or endorse candidates or political parties.

The March 18th event will be a virtual program focusing on the redistricting process. While redistricting was once considered a "once-per-decade" task following the census, several states have recently begun mid-cycle redistricting. To help us understand these shifts and how they might affect Minnesota, we have invited Paul Huffman, the LWV Minnesota Elections and Redistricting Policy Coordinator, to provide an expert overview.

Paul works with national and state organizations to provide resources and support to Minnesota Leagues and community groups. He served on the Our Maps Minnesota Redistricting Campaign Steering Committee during the 2022 cycle and has been deeply involved in developing redistricting legislation.
 

Presentation Highlights:

• The Basics: An overview of what redistricting is, why it matters, and how methods vary by state.
• The "Mid-Cycle" Wave: A look at current redistricting trends across the U.S. and the potential impact of upcoming United States Supreme Court decisions (such as Louisiana v. Callais).
• Minnesota’s Outlook: Addressing whether national redistricting trends could take hold here in MN.

This program reflects the League’s core belief that an informed electorate is the backbone of a healthy democracy. Given the unpredictability of March weather, this program will be held via Zoom, allowing you to participate from the comfort of your home or from your winter home. 

How to Participate:
Email lwvparkrapids@lwvmn.org with your name and email address to request the meeting link.
Note: Zoom links will be distributed to registrants on March 15, 2026.