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Gerrymandering is not illegal, although it can be successfully challenged if it is discriminatory.

If this map were drawn in such a way that it eliminate all Democrats, it would not be upheld. Similarly, if it were drawn to prevent hispanic areas from being able to elect a hispanic representative, that would also cause it to be tossed.

But you can have all the snakes you want.

15 posted on 06/20/2003 11:41:23 AM PDT by Dog Gone
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To: Dog Gone
Gerrymandering is not illegal

I think it depends on the state. Some states have laws that mandate counties & precincts remain undivided, as much as is practicable.

16 posted on 06/20/2003 12:14:39 PM PDT by JohnnyZ (I barbeque with Sweet Baby Ray's)
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