Explanation of the origin of the term 'gerrymander'

An article explains how the name of American Revolution figure Elbridge Gerry lives on in the word 'gerrymander,' due to his decision to approve a 'gerrymandered' state legislative map.

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Elbridge who? How the name of a forgotten founder lives on in the word 'gerrymander'

Elbridge Gerry was an important early figure in the American Revolution, but his decision to approve a "gerrymandered" state legislative map inadvertently won him lasting infamy.

By Scott Neuman

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Explanation of the origin of the term 'gerrymander'

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Elbridge who? How the name of a forgotten founder lives on in the word 'gerrymander'

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