Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Report Shows Census Figures in Numerous States Have Miscounting Errors and Follow a Striking Political Pattern

  redstate.com

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"Of the strong overages, there were eight states: 

  • Hawaii +6.79%
  • Delaware +5.45% 
  • Rhode Island +5.05%
  • Minnesota +3.84%
  • New York +3.44%
  • Utah +2.59%
  • Massachusetts +2.24% 
  • Ohio +1.49% 

Then the six states with the highest number of undercounts are as follows:

  • Arkansas -5.04%
  • Tennessee -4.78%
  • Mississippi -4.11%
  • Florida -3.48%
  • Illinois -1.97%
  • Texas -1.92%

"The benefits are pretty clear. Two states — Minnesota and Rhode Island — likely each held onto a Congressional seat they would have otherwise lost. (Minnesota managed to retain its number by a minuscule total of just 26 people.) Meanwhile, Texas and Florida likely missed picking up an additional House seat each. In pre-Census estimates, it was guessed both would gain three additional seats, but they earned two a piece"