Congressional Redistricting in Louisiana – a modest proposal
The loss of a Congressional seat in Louisiana has complicated the redistricting picture. We have considered the “will of the people” as reported by the media in public/committee hearings, and as such, we have a Congressional reapportionment plan that attempts to please as many of the critics as possible. Specifically, we have heard the following feedback:
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John Couvillon is a political consultant. His company is JMC Enterprises of Louisiana, Inc. with expertise in the data analysis aspects of political campaigns, such as poll sample development/analysis, development of targeted voter files for phone canvassing or mail outs, campaign strategy, demographic consulting, and redistricting. See his site at WinWithJMC.com for more information.
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Lets get real honest here. Two Thirds of the Population of Louisiana is located from Alexandria on to the South. Why is North Louisiana deserving of two Districts? It makes no political sense. NONE! They have everything in common including geography and culture. Looking at the map you have displayed it shows Evangeline Parish totally given to a district that is in total diversity when it comes to culture. The same can be said of St. Landry Parish to some degree. The southern half of Evangeline Parish and western St. Landry, which share the same culture and agricultural resources should not be subjected to separation to two totally distinct districts. Yes they are located in the center/south of the state and are in the perfect place to be separated. HOWEVER if North Louisiana were to placed in one district, as it should be, all of this would be a moot point. Thank you for allowing me to express my 2 cents worth. Kind regards, GF.