Justice officials noted that the at-large seats dilute the voting strength of the African-American minority in the county, who in 2000 comprised 34.5% of the population; and they have been unable to elect candidates of their choice.
Justice officials noted that the at. Large seats dilute the voting strength of the African-American minority in the county, who in 2000 comprised 34.5% of the population. They have been unable to elect candidates of their choice.