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EdmondDantes_

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1. The constitution doesn't mention districts, but I doubt that would happen

Reply to cmmngrnd (Original post)

Sat Jun 27, 2026, 04:12 PM

21 hrs ago

Without a ruling that gerrymandering is illegal, there's no incentive. I live in Massachusetts and even though we have somewhere around 35-40% Republicans, we have none elected to federal office. Likewise in a state like Mississippi, Republicans don't have an incentive to give the 30-35% of Democrats seats.

I do agree it would create a more accurate representation and open opportunities for smaller parties.

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Question for Election Experts: Could States use Statewide Elections to Avoid Gerrymandering? [View all] cmmngrnd 22 hrs ago OP

The constitution doesn't mention districts, but I doubt that would happen EdmondDantes_ 21 hrs ago #1

Prevented by the UCDA The Revolution 21 hrs ago #2

Great information - thank you. nt cmmngrnd 20 hrs ago #3