1. United States
2. La.
3. Letter

I am writing as your constituent to express my strong opposition to the ongoing effort to redraw Louisiana's congressional districts mid-cycle and to the suspension of the May 16 congressional primaries. I respect the rule of law and understand that the Supreme Court's recent decision in Louisiana v. Callais has created a legal opening for the state legislature to act. However, I believe the speed and manner in which this process is being pursued raises serious concerns that transcend partisan politics. Specifically, I am troubled by the following: 1. VOTER DISRUPTION. Louisiana's May 16 congressional primaries were suspended after early in-person voting had already begun and overseas ballots had already been mailed. Votes that citizens cast in good faith will not be counted. This is an unprecedented disruption to the electoral process that undermines trust in our elections — among Democrats and Republicans alike. 2. HASTE OVER DELIBERATION. Redrawing congressional districts is one of the most consequential actions a legislature can take. Doing so rapidly, under political pressure, and in the middle of an election cycle — rather than through the regular post-Census process — denies the public adequate time for review, input, and legal scrutiny. 3. IMPACT ON MINORITY REPRESENTATION. The districts being targeted for elimination were drawn specifically to ensure that Black Louisianans — who make up roughly one-third of our state's population — have a meaningful voice in Congress. Dismantling those districts will reduce that representation in ways that disproportionately affect a large segment of our community. 4. HISTORICAL CONTEXT. Louisiana has a documented history of voting restrictions that disenfranchised Black citizens for generations. The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was enacted precisely to remedy that history. Rapidly moving to eliminate majority-minority districts in the wake of a ruling that weakens the VRA does not occur in a vacuum — it carries the weight of that history and will be seen by many of your constituents as a step backward. I am not asking you to defy the Supreme Court. I am asking you to slow down, hold genuine public hearings, allow voters to be heard, and resist outside pressure — including from Washington — to rush this process for partisan gain. The integrity of our elections and the equal representation of all Louisiana citizens are more important than any single election cycle or majority. Thank you for your service and for taking the time to read this letter. I respectfully request a written response outlining your position on this matter.