Opponents of Racial Gerrymandering Argue That Race-Based Districting Is Unconstitutional

question 43

Multiple Choice

Opponents of racial gerrymandering argue that race-based districting is unconstitutional because it violates the _____ clause.

• A) equal protection
• B) equal participation
• C) equal appropriation
• D) equal apportionment
• E) equal representation

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