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US Midterms 2026: A history of gerrymandering

What does a salamander have to do with US elections? Dating back centuries, gerrymandering continues to play a role in American elections today.

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Gerrymandering, a practice that dates back centuries, remains a factor in U.S. elections. The technique is employed more frequently by Republicans in the contemporary voting landscape, though Democrats have also used it during the past decade. The term originates from a combination of a salamander and a political figure, as explained by France 24’s Tanishk Saha. The article outlines how the practice shapes electoral outcomes and why the name persists.

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