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The new districts have the potential to change the balance of power in both Harrisburg and Washington, so it’s not surprising that legal action played a major role during the process.
There are long-term trends for both parties to be happy about.
What the country needs is 50 majority-rule unicameral state legislatures.
Despite often winning a majority of votes, the Democratic Party is at an electoral disadvantage in legislatures that appears to be worsening. Author Jonathan Rodden explains the current problem and why national reform is unlikely.
How redistricting has altered the number of “crossover” districts.KEY POINTS FROM THIS ARTICLE— The number of “crossover” districts — those won by different parties for president and House — has generally been declining over time.— Under the current congressional district lines, there were only 16 crossover districts in 2020, with Republicans winning 9 Biden-won seats and Democrats winning 7 Trump-won seats.— Based on the new district lines, and with a few states still outstanding, there are currently 16 incumbents running in districts that their party did not win for preside...