Members of congress today are more extreme in their views than ever. They are becoming more partisan because they are unlikely to face a serious challenge from a member of the opposing party in their gerrymandered 'safe' districts. State legislatures gerrymander congressional districts to create these safe seats. Non-partisan commissions should redraw districts in all states to eliminate partisan considerations. In the absence of state-level initiatives, a constitutional amendment is the only way to achieve this reform.



