Virginia Democrats have proposed a new electoral map that could result in Democrats holding 10 of the state’s 11 House seats, raising concerns about Republican representation in a state that voted 46% for Trump. The article discusses Arlington’s historical context, noting its retrocession to Virginia in 1847 due to slavery and argues that Arlington residents should influence Washington directly. It highlights constitutional questions regarding the District’s land and its intended permanence as a separate seat of government. The piece calls for revisiting the retrocession to rectify historical injustices and restore balance in representation.
