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Congressman Mike Lawler
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I will be introducing legislation to ban partisan gerrymandering and mid-decade redistricting. This is fundamentally why Congress is broken. There are very few competitive districts, resulting in most members focusing on primaries rather than engaging in a general election.
8/6/2025, 1:19:14 AM
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The statement engages in public discourse by addressing the issue of gerrymandering, a significant political and electoral concern. It praises both a journalist and a politician for acknowledging the problem, promoting a bipartisan approach to a contentious issue.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement promotes a constructive dialogue on gerrymandering, a harmful practice, thus aligning with the principle of doing no harm. [+1]
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    By commending both parties for their stance, it encourages understanding and empathy across political lines. [+1]
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    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
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