Ohio Voters Decide on Controversial Redistricting Amendment

Issue 1 proposes an independent commission to draw district lines, sparking debate over gerrymandering and political accountability.

Issue 1 aims to establish a 15-member independent commission to handle redistricting, removing this power from elected officials.
Proponents argue the amendment will end gerrymandering and create fairer, more representative districts in Ohio.
Opponents claim the measure is a progressive power grab, funded by out-of-state interests, that could undermine voter accountability.
Critics express concerns about the commission's lack of direct accountability to voters and potential bias in district creation.
The debate has intensified as both sides accuse each other of misleading tactics and the use of 'dark money' to influence the outcome.