Virginia Narrowly Approves a 10-1 Democratic Gerrymander

Virginia Narrowly Approves a 10-1 Democratic Gerrymander

April 22, 2026 · 28 min

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The episode discusses the implications of a Democratic gerrymander in Virginia and the fairness of electoral representation.

Donald Trump won 46% of the vote in Virginia in 2024, yet Republicans might soon control only 9% of the House seats. How can Democrats seriously argue this is a win for "fairness"? What else did the GOP expect, after it started this gerrymandering race to the bottom in Texas? And what can fed-up voters do about it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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