The Pour Over BONUS: TPO Explains Gerrymandering | 09.09.25
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Sep 9, 2025 Delve into the intriguing world of gerrymandering as experts break down how electoral district boundaries are manipulated to benefit certain parties. Explore tactics like cracking and packing that shape political landscapes. Learn about mid-decade redistricting and the tech behind it, all delivered with a touch of humor. Finally, reflect on the ethical dilemmas of gerrymandering through a faith perspective, emphasizing hope beyond politics. It's a fascinating mix of information and insights that make a complex topic accessible!
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Gerrymandering Is Legal But Limited
- Gerrymandering legally redraws voting boundaries to advantage a party while race-based targeting is unlawful.
- Redistricting typically follows the census but can be manipulated between cycles to shift power.
State Rules Determine Who Draws Lines
- States decide whether legislatures or independent commissions draw district lines, and laws set the process.
- Changing those state rules can alter who controls redistricting for future cycles.
Know Your State's Redistricting Process
- Check your state rules to know who draws district maps: legislature or independent commission.
- Track state law changes because altering that process shifts redistricting control.