John Tanner
John Tanner is a former Democratic congressman from Tennessee who served from 1989 until 2011. Known for his moderate stance and bipartisanship, Tanner was an early advocate for reforming the redistricting process to prevent partisan gerrymandering. Despite his efforts to introduce national standards for redistricting, his proposals were largely ignored by both parties, reflecting a broader complacency within the Democratic leadership regarding the long-term implications of gerrymandering. His insights into the importance of state legislatures and demographic changes in electoral politics have become increasingly relevant as the consequences of gerrymandering have unfolded.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 29,274 | $2,700,000 | 1,164$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 29,274 | $2,700,000 | 1,164$ |
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John Tanner was a Tennessee Democrat who held office from 1989 until 2011 and understood the long-term ramifications of redistricting.
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