Episode 854: Missouri’s Special Session was Called to Gerrymander Another GOP Seat, But There May Be More Voter Suppression Ahead

American Democracy Minute

The American Democracy Minute Radio News Report & Podcast for Sept. 4, 2025
Missouri’s Special Session was Called to Gerrymander Another GOP Seat, But There May Be More Voter Suppression Ahead
We reported recently on the Missouri governor’s call for a special legislative session to gerrymander another GOP Congressional seat. What didn’t make the headlines was the governor’s additional request to make the citizen ballot initiative process harder, and limit the power of the voters to check a hyperpartisan legislature.
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Today’s Links

Articles & Resources:

Governor Mike Kehoe - Governor Kehoe Announces Special Session on Congressional Redistricting and Initiative Petition Reform
BallotPedia - Laws governing the initiative process in Missouri
KSHB - Changes to initiative petition process may have more impact amid redistricting fight
KRCG - Nonpartisan coalition speaks out against Governor Kehoe's congressional redistricting plan
Groups Taking Action:
Respect Missouri Voters, Ballot Initiative Strategy Center, Missouri NAACP
Register or Check Your Voter Registration:

U.S. Election Assistance Commission – How to Register And Vote in Your State

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