Welcome to the pod! In our very first episode, we’re discussing why Governor Elbridge Gerry and an amphibian are so important. That’s right, we’re talking about gerrymandering: where did the term come from, what does it mean, and how does it impact us today?  We’ll explain how a guy named Elbridge Gerry caved to peer pressure and started it all.  We’ll also talk about two big Supreme Court cases that have made it much harder to combat race-based gerrymandering.  Note for listeners: there are two competing stories about how the term “gerrymandering” was coined.  We decided to feature the one that some sources have called more credible (and TBH, it’s also more fun).  Do your own research on this though!  A second note for listeners: after recording, Kasey realized that her explanation of the Shelby County Supreme Court case wasn’t the clearest (this is her first time podcasting–she’s still figuring it out).  But fear not: in our second episode, we’ll be offering more clarity and detail about the case! 

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Music: The Podcast Intro by Music_Unlimited 2022.