Informational Session on Gerrymandering in Birmingham Library

In a presentation titled "The Road to Redistricting Reform" Wayne State University political science professor Kevin Deegan-Krause Ph.D. will provide an overview of what gerrymandering is, it's negative aspects and how best to prevent it. This event will be held on Wednesday, April 18 at Baldwin Library in Birmingham.
Deegan-Krause received a bachelor of art's degree in economics from Georgetown University in 1990, and a Ph.D. in government and international studies from the university of Notre Dame in 2000. His experience in the political field is extensive, as his research in comparative politics emphasizes European politics, political parties, democratic institutions and national identity.
"He is the recipient of the Truman and Fulbright Scholarships as well as of IREX Individual Advanced Research Grants. He has served as a consultant for the U.S. Department of State on the politics of central Europe," said a press release. "His ongoing research focuses on the transformation of political parties and he is working with Tim Haughton of the University of Birmingham on a book entitled 'The New Party Challenge: Cycles of Party Birth and Death in Europe and Beyond.'"
The free event begins at 7 p.m. The Baldwin Library is located at 300 W. Merril St., Birmingham. More information can be found online at baldwinlib.org.