What Every American Should Know About Redistricting: Part 1

Some states will lose congressional seats while others will gain seats.  Some will stay the same.  Massachusetts, where I live, will lose one congressional seat, and Ohio will lose two seats. Florida will gain two seats, and Texas hits the jackpot by gaining the most, four. We'll walk you through the process called "redistricting" that is going on RIGHT NOW in your state to determine how your congressional districts will be redrawn just in time for the 2012 presidential elections.  You are an important part of the equation, and we'll tell you how you can learn more about the redistricting efforts in YOUR STATE.