Queens residents want to see racially accurate congressional districts as redistricting deadline looms

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As the New York State Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) attempts to draw fair congressional district maps, Queens residents are fighting for accurate representation. 

Every 10 years, the state must draw new district lines that accurately reflect the population and demographic changes reported in the most recent census. Previously, state legislators controlled the process, making it highly political.