Elbridge Who? How the Name of a Forgotten Founder Lives On in the Word 'Gerrymander' The term "gerrymander" has become synonymous with electoral manipulation, but where did this practice originate?
A brief history reveals that it is rooted in the life and legacy of Elbridge Gerry, a largely forgotten founder who played a significant role in shaping American democracy. Who Was Elbridge Gerry?
Born on July 17, 1744, in Marblehead, Massachusetts, Elbridge Gerry graduated from Harvard University in 1762.