Why Republicans should help end partisan gerrymandering

On March 3, the House of Representatives passed House Resolution 1, which in part calls for an end to partisan gerrymandering.

While the wisdom of much of the bill’s substance may be debatable, Republicans should embrace an end not only to partisan gerrymandering but to racial gerrymandering as well. The fences and razor wire that surround the U.S. Capitol symbolize the political polarization gripping Washington, D.C. Pundits debate whether it has ever been this bad.