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In Florida, Wasserman Schultz sparks a debate over what representation means in diverse districts
Debbie Wasserman Schultz is seeking reelection in Florida after Republicans changed the state’s congressional map, forcing her to cross district lines into a new area of Broward County. This maneuver sparked debate over minority representation and history, particularly concerning Black access to Congress. Criticism has arisen from figures like Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, who stated the move constitutes an erasure of historical fight for Black access.
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