Democrats Maintain Gerrymandering Advantage Amid GOP Pushback
Democrats Maintain Gerrymandering Advantage Amid GOP Pushback

Democrats Maintain Gerrymandering Advantage Amid GOP Pushback

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Gerrymandering remains a contentious issue in U.S. politics, with Democrats historically perfecting the practice to secure congressional districts in states they control, while Republicans are only recently intensifying their efforts. Illinois, where Democrats won 82 percent of congressional seats in 2024 despite Kamala Harris receiving just under 55 percent of the vote, exemplifies the impact of gerrymandering. Texas Democrats' recent flight to Illinois to block a redistricting vote highlights the high stakes involved. Analysts note that as Republicans begin to match Democrats in these tactics, the latter are increasingly frustrated at potentially losing their long-held advantages. This evolution in redistricting strategies parallels past shifts in voting practices, such as ballot harvesting, where Democrats' initial dominance was challenged by Republicans adapting similar methods. The debate over gerrymandering continues to underscore broader political battles over election control and representation.

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