For many, voting is a chance to make sure their voices are heard. But full and fair representation can feel out of reach depending on where you live and the party that dominates your district.

We're camping out on so-called "political islands." These are cities or counties whose political demographics don't align with the states in which they're located.

We discuss why living in these political islands can be frustrating but important for democracy.

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