Ed Peter Mack and Nathaniel Gosha, III, Etc. v. Russell County Commission et al.

Opinion summary

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The case involved a dispute over the redistricting plan implemented by the Russell County Commission in Alabama. Plaintiffs Ed Peter Mack and Nathaniel Gosha, III challenged the commission's decision, arguing that it violated their rights under federal law. The plaintiffs contended that the new district boundaries diluted minority voting strength and were not in compliance with Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. They sought judicial intervention to prevent enforcement of this redistricting plan, claiming it was discriminatory against African American voters within Russell County.