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Court Rejects Texas Redistricting Maps

Source: San Antonio Express-News | Texas | August 29, 2012

Analysis: Redistricting Mostly Protected Incumbents in 2012 Congressional Races

A federal judicial panel derailed the Texas redistricting plan, finding the maps violate the Voting Rights Act by diluting minority voting strength and discriminating against Hispanics and African Americans.

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Analysis: Redistricting Mostly Protected Incumbents in 2012 Congressional Races

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