Gerrymandering
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The Origins and History of Gerrymandering
This chapter explores the origin of the term 'gerrymandering' in 1812 and its history, discussing how it was used to suppress votes and increase political power before and after the U.S. Civil War. It also highlights the impact of redrawing district lines on election outcomes through a hypothetical example.
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