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Compact Legislative Districts

Why is it important from a legal standpoint to worry about compact districts?  States are expected to consider the geographic shapes of legislative districts.  There are various ways to assess and evaluate compactness.  What are the different compactness measures and will they stand up in a lawsuit?

Speakers:
Kim Brace, Election Data Services, Virginia presentation available here.
Tom Hofeller, Republican National Committee, Washington, D.C. presentation available here.

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