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Missouri's Gerrymandering Crisis: Democracy at Stake

9/8/2025

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Gerrymandering in Kansas City led to a special session, criticized for preserving political control.
Redistricting follows the Census every decade; Texas began gerrymandering legislation at Trump's urging.
This practice disenfranchises voters and threatens democracy, evident in Missouri's Republican districts.
Critics claim state leaders disregard public input, despite support for independent redistricting.
Both parties participate in gerrymandering, raising concerns about Missouri's democratic integrity.

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Gerrymandering in Kansas City led to a special session, criticized for preserving political control.
Redistricting follows the Census every decade; Texas began gerrymandering legislation at Trump's urging.
This practice disenfranchises voters and threatens democracy, evident in Missouri's Republican districts.
Critics claim state leaders disregard public input, despite support for independent redistricting.
Both parties participate in gerrymandering, raising concerns about Missouri's democratic integrity.