Discover the essential read on **gerrymandering** and its profound impact on American democracy with *Gerrymandering: The Politics of Redistricting in the United States*. This compelling book, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2021, delves into the intricate world of **electoral district manipulation**, revealing how politicians have historically drawn boundaries to benefit party interests. With **240 informative pages**, this work traces the **history of partisan gerrymandering**, from its beginnings in the 19th century to contemporary practices, laying bare the legal nuances, consequences, and potential reforms associated with this contentious issue. The author meticulously explores the societal repercussions of gerrymandering, addressing why it generates such public outcry. Readers will gain profound insight into why gerrymandering has persisted and the challenges it presents in our electoral system. Packed with well-researched data and examples, this book is indispensable for anyone seeking to understand the complex reality of **redistricting** and the crucial discussions surrounding it. Don't miss out on this thought-provoking exploration of an issue that directly affects representative democracy. Grab your copy today and empower yourself with knowledge about the **politics of redistricting**. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781509536870. Year: 2021. Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK). Pages: 240.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509536870
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 240


Description:


For nearly as long as there have been electoral districts in America, politicians have gerrymandered those districtsThough the practice has changed over time, the public reaction to it has remained the same: gerrymandering is reviled. There is, of course, good reason for that sentimentGerrymandering is intended to maximize the number of legislative seats for one partyAs such, it is an attempt to gain what appears to be an unfair advantage in electionsNevertheless, gerrymandering is not well understood by most people and this lack of understanding leads to a false sense that there are easy solutions to this complex problem.


Gerrymandering: The Politics of Redistricting in the United States unpacks the complicated process of gerrymandering, reflecting upon the normative issues to which it gives rise. Tracing the history of partisan gerrymandering from its nineteenth-century roots to the present day, the book explains its legal status and implementation, its consequences, and possible options for reform. The result is a balanced analysis of gerrymandering that acknowledges its troubling aspects while recognizing that, as long as district boundaries have to be drawn, there is no perfect way to do so.