When Evers called Republican lawmakers in the past for special sessions, they often gavel in and out within seconds to avoid taking action. But University of Wisconsin-Madison political science Professor Barry Burden said this special session might have potential among Republicans.
The amendment is more of an “idea of wanting to end partisan gerrymandering,” not necessarily about the process, Burden said, adding that the amendment has to move through the legislature, campaigning and voter ballots before it could be approved.
“It’s a long, complicated set of steps. But I think for the moment, it’s still a live issue and has some potential,” Burden said.