Washington,‌ D.C. – ‍Eric H.⁢ Holder, ⁣Jr., former Attorney General of the United States adn current Chairman ⁢of the National Democratic Redistricting⁢ Committee⁣ (NDRC), issued a statement ⁢today⁤ commending Maryland Governor Wes Moore’s creation of a Governor’s ‍Redistricting ⁣Advisory Commission. The ⁢commission is⁢ designed‌ to ⁤gather ⁤public ⁤input​ and provide recommendations to both the Governor‍ and the maryland general Assembly ‍regarding improvements to the ⁣state’s congressional map, with a focus on fairness.

Holder’s statement highlighted the commission as a vital step towards safeguarding democratic principles. He contrasted ⁤Maryland’s approach with ongoing efforts in othre states, stating, ⁤”At a​ time ⁢when Donald ⁣Trump and his Republican allies ⁢show no signs of stopping their relentless campaign to undermine elections and manipulate the ⁤rules to cling to power, the Governor’s Redistricting⁣ Advisory Commission in maryland exemplifies​ the kind of leadership our democracy demands.”

The NDRC Chairman ⁢further emphasized the importance of clarity and public participation, noting that the commission “demonstrates​ a commitment to transparency and accountability ‍by putting power where it belongs-in the hands of the⁢ people.” He specifically‍ pointed to the contrasting situations in Texas, Missouri, and⁤ North Carolina, suggesting Maryland is proactively addressing a “national gerrymandering crisis.”