At issue: How much partisanship is too much in a process that has always been manipulated by political parties in the majority?
By Pete Williams
WASHINGTON — For the second time this term, the U.S. Supreme Court
considers a question that could change the nature of American politics:
Is it unconstitutional for states to draw the boundary lines for voting
districts in a blatantly partisan manner?
On Wednesday, the justices take up a challenge brought by Republicans in Maryland who say Democrats intentionally carved up a congressional district to get an electoral edge.
A critical issue, as was also central for a case heard last fall challenging partisan gerrymandering in Wisconsin, is how much partisanship is too much in a process that has always been manipulated by political parties in the majority.
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Source: NBC News
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