Redistricting Row: A Symptom of a Broader Malaise in State Governance The partisan squabbles playing out in Missouri's state Supreme Court this week are more than just a battle over congressional maps – they're a stark reminder that the lines between politics and governance have become irreparably blurred.
Secretary of State Denny Hoskins' impending contempt hearing is merely the latest manifestation of a systemic problem that affects not just Missouri, but states across the country.
The process of drawing new district lines in Missouri has devolved into a partisan free for all, with entrenched politicians prioritizing their own interests over those they're supposed to serve.