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(Mis)Representations by Gerry Mander

Dec 11, 2013
"The Daily Show's" Jason Jones discusses the "art" of gerrymandering with redistricting consultant Kimball Brace, a man who won't stop drawing ludicrous new districts even after he's run the country into the ground. The only thing left to do is honor this artist with a gallery exhibit that shows how he uses color to change the face of American politics.

How Dark Money Helped Republicans Hold the House

Dec 24, 2012
In the November election, a million more Americans voted for Democrats seeking election to the U.S. House of Representatives than Republicans. But that popular vote advantage did not result in control of the chamber.

Elections Are Shrinking

Nov 6, 2012
The voters in Ohio’s 8th District had better be happy with Republican Rep. John Boehner. They have no choice.