Analysis: Consequences Nevada’s 2011 Redistricting

Latino  Decisions published an interesting blog today, going over in great detail the consequences of Nevada’s 2011 redistricting process, particularly as it pertains the Republicans. David F. Damore of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas wrote the post, and noted:

By forcing redistricting into the courts, Nevada Republicans miscalculated and ended up with a less favorable outcome than if they had accepted either of the Democratic plans passed during the legislative session.  To be sure, regardless of who drew the maps, the manner in which Nevada’s population is distributed ensured that the outcome for Nevada’s four U.S. House districts would be two safe Democratic seats, one Republican leaning district, and one swing district.  However, in realizing this outcome, the special masters opted not to create a majority Latino House district.

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