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Redistricting
/riːˈdɪstrɪktɪŋ/
Definition
1
The process of redrawing the boundaries of electoral districts, typically following a census, to reflect population changes.
2
A political practice often criticized for gerrymandering, where boundaries are manipulated to favor one party or incumbent.
Examples
The politicians' redistricting plan was so convoluted, it looked like a GPS had a midlife crisis.
After redistricting, my neighborhood ended up in a district shaped like a salamander—classic gerrymandering flair.
Redistricting turned the state's map into modern art that only lobbyists could appreciate.
Voters watched the redistricting debate like a bad magic trick where the rabbit ends up in the wrong hat.