Controversial Cobb County Schools map raises concerns about racial, political representation
The 2020 Census revealed a notable change in the demographics of Cobb County. However, some residents argue the changing political leanings are not being reflected in the controversial maps for the Cobb County Board of Education.
More recently, a lawsuit was filed by residents claiming that Black and Hispanic voters were “packed” into specific districts to dilute their vote and preserve a white majority on the school board. They also claimed that the typical process of redrawing the map was not followed.
U.S. District Court Judge Eleanor Ross then ordered Georgia lawmakers to redraw the maps. The maps were redrawn, and the latest map was signed by Gov. Brian Kemp in Jan. 2024, but Democratic lawmakers are still concerned about that map and how it got in front of Judge Ross.
On Wednesday’s edition of “Closer Look,” show host Rose Scott talks with several guests about the controversial maps. Guests include:
Juma Sei, WABE’s education reporter
Tori Silas, Cobb County Board of Elections and Registration Chair
Ben Mathis, a managing partner with Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP
Cory Isaacson, the legal director of the ACLU of Georgia
Maariya Sheikh, a Cobb County senior and member of the Georgia Youth Justice Coalition
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