‘Packed’ And ‘Cracked’: How Lawmakers Draw Maps Giving Their Candidates Big Electoral Advantages

When it comes to political gerrymandering, the most nefarious schemes rely on one of two strategies: They either “crack” apart key constituencies or “pack” them together to dilute their influence.

This year, both Democrats and Republicans have used those tactics to generate maps they hope will help them win seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.

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