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California Solons Take Dim View of Redistricting
California congressmen resist immediate redistricting after 1960 census figures. Republicans and many Democrats brace for court suits led by Phill Silver and Abe Vichter, citing potential malapportionment and upheaval for constituents. Smith and Leggett file opposing briefs, urging consideration of community interests and practical district lines. Charles Wiggins weighs joining GOP plea, citing political risk but aiming for cautious action.
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Washington
California
Phill Silver
Los Angeles
Beverly Hills
Abe Vichter
U.S. Supreme Court
State Supreme Court
State Senate
Assembly
H. Allen Smith
Glendale
Robert Leggett
Vallejo
Smith
Leggett
Charles Teague
Royal
Vickter
Craig Hosmer
Long Beach
Lakewood
North
Richard Hanna
Huntington Beach
Hosmer
Grange County
Newport Beach
Hanna
Charles Wiggins
el Monte
Wiggins