Census Politics and Power Dynamics

This chapter analyzes the contentious political strategies surrounding the inclusion of a citizenship question on the census, highlighting the implications for racial representation and power dynamics in governance. It examines a Supreme Court decision that grants significant leeway to the administration, scrutinizing the motivations behind gerrymandering and the impact on diverse populations. The conversation also touches on ethical dilemmas faced by legal teams and the politicization of undocumented individuals in the census process.