Gerrymandering is the art of drawing political boundaries to benefit a particular party. The term traces its origins to early 19th century machinations of Massachusetts governor Elbridge Gerry. In 1812 the governor approved the creation of convoluted districts that benefited his party. One of the districts wrapped around the city… Read more“Map Monday, gerrymandering US congressional districts”
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Map Monday, Gerrymandering US states for equal population
Gerrymandering is the art of drawing political boundaries to benefit one group over another. In the US it applies to both local and national electoral districts. Under the US Constitution the states create their own districts, but must adhere to federal law and court rulings. The term Gerrymander comes from… Read more“Map Monday, Gerrymandering US states for equal population”
