Democrats Could Close Redistricting Gap by Drawing 20 New Blue Districts by 2028
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Ari Berman
Summary
The article discusses how Republicans have gained a significant advantage in redistricting following the 2020 census, drawing 16 new US House districts favoring their party compared to only 6 for Democrats, resulting in a 10-seat GOP advantage. However, it suggests Democrats could still catch up by 2028 by drawing 20 new Blue districts, framing the redistricting battle as ongoing rather than settled.
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bskyDemocrats Could Close Redistricting Gap by Drawing 20 New Blue Districts by 2028motherjones.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledThere's little doubt that Republicans have won the redistricting war started by Donald Trump, thanks in large part to favorable decisions from GOP-appointed judges on the US Supreme Court and state supreme courts.
Since last year, Republicans have drawn 16 new US House districts favoring their party, while Democrats have only been able to draw 6.
That means, as a result of redistricting alone, Republicans have a 10-seat advantage heading into November.
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