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Furthermore, the silence surrounding these maneuvers is intentional. While the public is distracted by the sensationalism of breaking news and political theater, the fundamental architecture of the voting system is being rewired. This is a war of attrition, fought with spreadsheets and demographic software. It is a slow-motion coup against the idea that every neighborhood deserves a seat at the table. When representation is narrowed, the government ceases to be a reflection of the people and becomes instead a reflection of the mapmakers. This shift changes everything from how federal funding is distributed to whose history is taught in schools and whose environmental safety is prioritized.