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Nevertheless, when addressing the role of the Census in determining congressional districts, it's crucial to clarify a significant misconception. Contrary to popular belief, the Census count does not dictate the drawing of house districts. This confusion is likely rooted in the way redistricting is carried out within states. As noted in the discussions, Republican-leaning states often resort to gerrymandering to consolidate political power, as evidenced by North Carolina's recent redistricting, which transformed a nearly evenly split state into a legislative arrangement that heavily favors Republicans.