Draw the Line Podcast Examines Louisiana Redistricting Fight and Voter Suppression Tactics

Design Observer has launched two fresh episodes of its Draw the Line podcast, recorded during Essence Fest, which delve into the voting rights struggles in Louisiana following the Callais ruling. Featured guests include Ashley Shelton, CEO of Power Coalition; Janai Nelson, President of LDF; Demetria McCain, LDF Policy Director; and Louisiana State Senator Royce Duplessis. They address the hurried redistricting by the Louisiana legislature, which jeopardizes the state's second majority-Black district, amidst public backlash against its potential removal. Senator Duplessis mentioned anticipated directives from the White House concerning Black districts. Additionally, the podcast discusses a federal appeals court's ruling in September that halted the Trump administration's expanded SAVE citizenship database. Other highlights include 'Spilling the Tea,' future design events, job opportunities, and an essay by Jessie McGuire, along with the National Election Protection Coalition's hotline (866-OUR-VOTE).