Democrats Once Loathed Gerrymandering. Now They’re Pushing for It.
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Gerrymandering, traditionally a secretive political process, has become a prominent national issue due to recent partisan battles over redistricting.
- The conflict, ignited by President Trump and the GOP in Texas, has elevated gerrymandering to a key topic ahead of the midterm elections.
- Voters in California and Virginia are now directly involved through statewide referendums to approve new congressional maps, a rare chance to influence redistricting.
- These referendums highlight a tension between voters' opposition to unfair map-drawing and their desire for immediate political gains in a highly polarized political climate.
