Gerrymandering's Unintended Consequences: Debbie Wasserman Schultz's Florida Win The Democratic primary in Florida's 20th Congressional District has left many wondering about the impact of gerrymandering on local politics.
When Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz announced her candidacy, critics accused her of trying to safeguard her own seat by exploiting changes made to the district through a highly partisan redistricting process.
Wasserman Schultz won with roughly 48% of the vote, but her victory has been met with skepticism within the Democratic Party.