Episode 658 • • 2:43:49 - 2:48:31
658: It's a Glitch!
Ferguson Voter Registration, Gerrymandering History
Voter registration in Ferguson, Missouri, has surged following the Michael Brown shooting, which the hosts view as a strategic move by the Democratic Party. The history of "gerrymandering" is traced back to Massachusetts Governor Elbridge Gerry in 1812. The discussion highlights how redistricting is used to protect political incumbents and marginalize the public.