Washington's Political Map Redrawn Quiz

What is Torres' view on Latino voters in Central and Eastern Washington?

Their political leanings are not mentioned.
They are mostly Republicans.
They are a swing voting block. (correct)
They are predominantly Democrats.

Why was the Yakama Nation involved in conversations about the new boundaries?

To advocate for dividing their tribal lands across multiple districts.
To ensure their tribal lands remained united within a single district. (correct)
To protest the redrawing of district boundaries.
To demand the creation of a new district exclusively for their tribe.

How did the approved map address the Yakama Nation's concerns?

It did not address the Yakama Nation's concerns.
It split the Yakama lands across multiple districts.
It created a new district exclusively for the Yakama Nation.
It kept most of the Yakama lands within the 14th District. (correct)

What is the next course of action for the group of Latino voters who unsuccessfully appealed the 2023 ruling?

They will appeal the new map and seek an emergency stay. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the May deadline for candidates to file for legislative elections mentioned in the text?

To emphasize the urgency of resolving the redistricting issue. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did the lawsuit claim regarding the 15th Legislative District boundaries?

They could have given Latino voters a substantial majority. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who ultimately supervised the redrawing of the 15th District boundaries?

Judge Lasnik. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the changes made by Judge Lasnik to the district boundaries?

Created a new district with Latino voters as a majority. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who praised Judge Lasnik for approving a 'sensible map'?

Shasti Conrad, Washington State Democratic Party Chair. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to Mark Gaber, what is the likely political outcome for the 14th District under the new boundaries?

It will likely elect Democrats this year. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did state Senate Republican Leader John Braun describe Friday's order regarding redistricting?

'A miscarriage of justice.' (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did Nikki Torres view the redistricting decision?

'A mockery of the Voting Rights Act.' (C) Signup and view all the answers

What potential impact does Mark Gaber foresee in several other districts due to the new boundaries?

They could turn purple. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did the voting rights organizations react to the judge's decision on redistricting?

They hailed it as a victory for fair representation. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did Judge Lasnik find about Latino voters in Yakima Valley, according to his ruling?

They have struggled to elect responsive candidates. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the court-approved changes to the Washington state legislative district boundaries?

To address discrimination against Latino voters (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did the new district map affect the political balance of power in Washington state?

It created an additional Democrat-leaning district in Central Washington. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of the different political parties to the court-approved changes to the district map?

Democrats applauded the changes, while Republicans slammed them as a partisan gerrymander. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the stated purpose of the court in approving the new district boundaries?

To unite the Latino community of interest in the Yakima Valley region. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What potential legal challenge could the new district map face?

Conservative opponents trying to convince the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals to put the new map on hold. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the key legal issue underlying the court's decision to approve the new district map?

Complying with the Voting Rights Act of 1965. (A) Signup and view all the answers