How Legislative Districts Are Drawn

In this episode of Things Explained, host Sara Hopkins explains how districts are drawn, who draws them, and defines redistricting and gerrymandering.

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How Legislative Districts Are Drawn

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How Legislative Districts Are Drawn

In this episode of Things Explained, host Sara Hopkins explains how districts are drawn, who draws them, and defines redistricting and gerrymandering.

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Representative democracy/republic

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Explain how a citizen's rights are protected under the U.S. Constitution.

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Explain the qualifications for members of the General Assembly and its role as the law-making body of Georgia.

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Describe the purpose of the committee system within the Georgia General Assembly.

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Explain the process for making a law in Georgia.

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Describe the historical development, organization, role, and constituencies of political parties.

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