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splintering: redistricting in which a strong minority is divided up and diluted to prevent it from electing a representative.
packing: redistricting in which partisan voters are concentrated in a single district, wasting their majority vote and allowing the opposition to win by modest majorities in districts. (Their vote only counts for one district, rather than a possible several)
GERRYMANDERING IS ILLEGAL!
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Why is gerrymandering done and who does it benefit?
Gerrymandering is done so that representatives can be guaranteed to be reelected. It benefits the representative of the district they are gerrymandering.
What is the definition of jury mandering?
I think you mean Gerrymandering and the definition is here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gerrymandering
What is a type of gerrymandering where the opposing minority partys supporters are drawn into different districts?
Crack
What is the duration of Gerrymandering film?
The duration of Gerrymandering - film - is 1.35 hours.
When was Gerrymandering - film - created?
Gerrymandering - film - was created on 2010-10-15.
What are the pros and cons of gerrymandering?
Pros: Allows for political parties to gain an advantage by manipulating district boundaries. Can increase representation for minority groups in some cases. Cons: Undermines the principle of fair representation and distorts the democratic process. Can lead to polarization and lack of accountability among elected officials.
What are the different types of arachnids?
2
Drawing political boundaries to benefit a candidate or party is called?
gerrymandering
Which term is defined as gerrymandering districts for the purpose of ensuring the minority representation?
Affirmative Racial Gerrymandering
How many do you have to grab to be sure you have 2 of the same?
If you have 2 different types of objects, you have to grab 3.If you have 3 different types of objects, you have to grab 4.If you have n different types of objects, you have to grab n+1.
How many different types of pockets?
2
If there are 5 types of sandwiches 2 types of salads for different desserts and 3 types of beverage how many different combinations can be made?
120
