A bias towards one party
A stalemate between two groups; neither can advance towards their goals
What rend over time is happening when it comes to partisanship between Republicans and Democrats?
As time passes, the two parties become more and more split
How is gridlock impacted by the increase in partisanship in Congress?
As the two parties become more and more partisan(?) they’ll be less likely to agree and compromise. Thus leading to more gridlocks
Partisan: A lack of political cooperation between opposing parties
The 1950s - 70s saw Bipartisan - Party line voting is much more common now
Delegate: Reflecting the will of their constituents (the people who voted for them)
Trustee: They are entrusted to use their best judgment
Politico: Blending of a “Delegate” and “Trustee” process
Redrawing congressional districts based on shifts in population
State legislatures draw congressional districts usually in an attempt to benefit the majority party
Racial Gerrymandering - The intentional drawing of legislative districts based on race