When Texas legislative districts are drawn to maximize Republican or Democrat advantage, the political parties tend to maximize their political power.
Stories Related to How Texas Became 'ground Zero' For Gerrymandering, Voter Suppression
Corpus Christi, El Paso Times
Thu, 02/27/2020 - 10:12am
Sections: u.s.
Topics: Texas El Paso County El Paso
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