Was coined after Republican Gov . Romney signed the law in early 2009 . Political parties can use tactic to pack opposition voters into districts already lost . Gerrymandering still a key aspect of American politics . It 's already becoming an issue with the 2010 census looming .
Term coined after Massachusetts Gov . Gerry signed redistricting law in early 1800s . Political parties can use tactic to pack opposition voters into districts already lost . Gerrymandering still a key part of American politics . It 's already becoming an issue with the 2010 census looming .