Texas Rep. Suleman Lalani Criticizes Redistricting Map for Diluting Minority Voices

Concerns Over Redistricting Map

• 🩺 As a physician and an immigrant, State Rep. Suleman Lalani emphasizes that leaders should be chosen by the people, not the other way around.
• 🗺️ He argues that the proposed redistricting map for House District 76, a diverse and growing area, dilutes the voices of communities of color.
• 🗣️ Lalani challenges proponents of the map to publicly state the racial impact and explain neighborhood splits.

"Warning Signs" on the Map

• ⚠️ Lalani, drawing a parallel to his medical practice, states that there are clear "warning signs" on the map that he would not ignore.
• ⚖️ He asserts that these lines determine access to essential services like clinics, flood control, school investments, and safe streets.
• ⏳ The map's process, shaped behind closed doors, is seen as undermining public trust.

Prioritizing Recovery and Fairness

• 🏘️ Lalani questions why redistricting is being fast-tracked while families are still recovering from disasters and their safety is being neglected.
• 🤝 He stresses that trust is built on openness and hearing from those most affected, especially communities of color who deserve representation.
• ✅ True representation means districts reflecting how communities actually live, pray, learn, and work together.

Call to Vote No

• 🗳️ Lalani urges colleagues to vote no on HB4, stating that the story of Texas is larger than this map and that every Texan deserves a voice.
• ✊ He reminds them to honor the promise of the American dream by ensuring fair representation for all Texans, regardless of color or creed.