While both major political parties have at times engaged in partisan redistricting, the current wave of mid‑decade efforts — and the counter‑moves it has inspired — marks one of the most intense periods of mapmaking conflict in modern U.S. history.
What Comes Next
Looking ahead, the redistricting fight is far from settled. Court decisions, referendum campaigns, and voter sentiment will all play out over the next several years.
Some states may stick to reforms like independent commissions; others may continue to see legislatures assert control over maps when politically advantageous. Continue reading…