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Shaw v. Reno: The Landmark Case That Challenged Racial Gerrymandering

Introduction The United States, a nation built on the ideals of equality and fairness, has wrestled with the practicalities of achieving these goals since its inception. One persistent challenge has been ensuring equitable political representation. Gerrymandering, the practice of manipulating district boundaries to favor one political party or group, has been a particularly contentious tool. … Read more

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