Adam Briones of the Greenlining Institute is heading an effort to expand the pool of people of color applicants for a citizen's redistricting commission being formed (read http://bit.ly/9B6wxV for more). Redistricting is directly responsible for the amount of money that goes to schools, jobs and neighborhood in the community. It's one of those obscure but powerful groups that will define the political power and future of California communities like Oakland.
So apply - and for more information attend the Greenlining Institute's seminar TONIGHT at 5:30 pm at their office at 1918 University Ave, Berkeley. Or go to www.wedrawthelines.ca.gov and submit the short application.
From the Greenlining website's Q&A:
Q: What does redistricting mean?
A: Redistricting means to redraw the lines of an election district. In California these districts must be adjusted every ten years following the census.
Q: Why is redistricting important? What does it do for me?
A: Redistricting equals representation. It determines who is represented, how well they are represented, and what laws are passed.
More at http://www.greenlining.org
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