In some places this seems to be working, but in a number of instances the commissions are either deadlocked or fragmenting. This is the cake cutting algorithm approach. Perhaps in one of the states where redistricting commissions have broken down, it might be worthwhile to give this protocol a try. Here are two links to popular press articles discussing their "I cut you freeze" application of the cake cutting idea. https://www.jeffely.com/post/a-cake-cutting-solution-to-gerrymandering A less iterative approach that is none the less in a similar spirit is proposed in this paper: https://maxwellpalmer.com/research/Palmer_Schneer_DeLuca_Define_Combine_Procedure.pdf Your Name: Post a Comment:

Source: Washington Post October 26, 2021 18:45 UTC