The Takeaway: Restoring Faith in American Institutions.
February 5, 2021.
“My belief in the American people is that we are ready for a new era of good governance; of transparency; of moving forward a renewed trust in government – I hope — that is my hope for the American people, as well as for the people of California.
And I think Commissions like this can help play a role in moving us forward. That we can put some greater good in front of our personal interests; that we can collaborate and work together… so for me it brings me a lot of hope, that this commission could be a symbol of a future that is without so much violence; that creates spaces where people can listen to one another and work through their differences. That, to me, is osmething really exciting.
And it’s exciting to see more and more states take on the idea of independent redistricting commissions – to remove it from the hands of partisanship and to put that power back with the people. ” (44:20)
