According to him, the new congressional districts will be more compact. The legislature is refraining from dividing cities, counties, and towns. He noted that those responsible for drafting the maps are taking into accounts the areas where incumbents reside. “Incumbency can matter to a reasonable degree,” said Compton.
Separately, Compton told Post-Gazette, “We’re blazing new ground here, and we’re trying to meet as many markers as we possibly can. I don’t sit here and say this is the perfect solution, but we’re trying to do the best we can.”
Gov. Wolf hired mathematician to determine fairness in redistricting process
On the other hand, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf issued a statement regarding the ongoing redistricting process.
According to him, he created a team and knowledge base to make sure that the new congressional map is fair. He also hired a mathematician to provide non-partisan analysis of maps and determine their fairness.
Gov. Wolf said, “The consensus is clear that Pennsylvanians are fed up with gerrymandering – and the gridlock and lack of reform that it breeds.”
