That might not necessarily work, says Stephen Farnsworth, a professor at the University of Mary Washington. He says the number of competitive House races is likely to be larger this year because it’s been so long since they were gerrymandered.

“As districts change [over the years], many are seen as moving in the direction of perhaps more competitive,” Farnsworth said.

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