r/dataisbeautiful 5d ago

OC 2024 Gerrymandering effects (+14 GOP) [OC]

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u/waffle299 5d ago

It is de facto evidence that the Court is partisan.

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u/pzpx 5d ago

The court has been political at least since Marbury v Madison, and it's been partisan at least since the first Justice planned his retirement based on who the president was.

We don't need more evidence.

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u/DrQuestDFA 5d ago

There is a difference between political and partisan.

Political: supports rulings that confirm to a specific’s political philosophy

Partisan: rules in favor of one party regardless of case merits.

Between the two a partisan court is MUCH MORE damaging.

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u/TheKingOfToast 5d ago

Did you stop reading at the fifth word and decide to comment?

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u/coleman57 5d ago

First guy used 2 words that have broad and multiple meanings. Second guy defined them in the context. If the first guy doesn’t like the definitions he can reply or edit his original comment for clarity. He doesn’t need you getting offended at someone for trying to communicate.

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u/TheKingOfToast 5d ago

That guy already replied to me, he doesn't need you getting offended for him.

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u/DrQuestDFA 5d ago

Yes, but only because I was feeling generous, I usually only read three words.

But in all seriousness, my comment was more meant to be build on yours, expanding on the difference between political and partisan for those unaware of the subtle, but important difference.

If it came across as abrasive or antagonistic I apologize, that was not my intention.

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u/subwayrumble 5d ago

FWIW I enjoyed your comment and thought it was a valuable addition to the discussion.

Not everything is an argument.

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u/Sword_Thain 5d ago

Yes it is.