Boston, Massachusetts: Future VP Elbridge Gerry Invents the Gerrymander
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- Address:
- Arch St., Boston, MA
- Directions:
- The plaque is cemented to the outside wall facing Arch St. at the northeast corner of Arch and Summer Sts.
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Future VP Elbridge Gerry was the Massachusetts governor who remapped electoral districts for political advantage. The salamander shaped zone was plotted on this site.
Roadsideamerica.com Report... [08/15/2014]Visitor Tips and News About Future VP Elbridge Gerry Invents the Gerrymander
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A new Gerrymander plaque has been placed on the exterior of uno du go as of August 14, 2014.
[Kurt Deion, 08/15/2014]Where Future VP Elbridge Gerry Invented the Gerrymander
Unfortunately, the gerrymander historical marker appears to be MIA. In two trips to Boston since February, I have been unable to find it. The wall where I believe it was once mounted has been removed, with big glass window panes of a bagel shop taking its place.
[Kurt Deion, 05/26/2013]
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