Politics

National Democratic group steps in to defend Oregon’s new congressional map

By Dirk VanderHart (OPB)

Oct. 18, 2021 7:24 p.m. Updated: Oct. 18, 2021 8:24 p.m.

In a filing Monday, the National Democratic Redistricting Committee argues the six-district map passed by Democrats last month is legal and fair. Republicans say it’s blatant gerrymandering.