No matter which side of the political spectrum you fall on, you should be outraged about the practice of gerrymandering. Redrawing voter district maps to ensure political dominance is about as undemocratic as it gets. Please enjoy Josh and Chuck getting unusually worked up about this abhorrent practice.
# Stuff You Should Know - Gerrymandering Summary
In this eye-opening episode, Josh and Chuck break down gerrymandering—the practice of manipulating congressional district maps to gain political advantage—and explain why this issue should matter to every American voter. They trace the shady tactic back to its origins in 1788 and show how it's evolved into a sophisticated, computer-driven science that has essentially locked in political power for certain parties and made competitive elections nearly extinct. The hosts explore the two main techniques used to pull off modern gerrymandering (cracking and packing), examine why the Supreme Court has largely stayed out of the fray, and discuss why non-partisan redistricting commissions might be the only real solution to restore fair representation.
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