Vote Dilution
/ˈvoʊt dɪˌluʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The weakening or reduction of the voting strength of a particular group, often a minority, through practices like redistricting, vote splitting, or at-large elections that dilute their electoral influence.
The court ruled that the state's districting plan resulted in vote dilution against minority voters, violating the Voting Rights Act.
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- vote dilution
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Commentary
Vote dilution is primarily relevant in electoral law, especially under statutes protecting minority voting rights; careful analysis distinguishes it from vote suppression, focusing on how districting or election methods diminish group voting strength rather than outright denial of voting access.
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