US Midterms 2026: A history of gerrymandering

What does a salamander have to do with US elections? Dating back centuries, gerrymandering continues to play a role in American elections today. Used more often by Republicans in the modern era of voting, Democrats have also resorted to the tactic...

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US Midterms 2026: A history of gerrymandering

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