Arizona's 3rd congressional district facts for kids
Arizona's 3rd congressional district is a special area in southwestern Arizona. It's one of nine such districts in Arizona and one of 435 across the entire United States. This district usually votes for Democratic candidates, and it is currently represented by Raúl Grijalva.
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What is a Congressional District?
A congressional district is a specific area within a state. Each district elects one person to represent its citizens in the U.S. House of Representatives. The number of districts a state has depends on its population. States with more people have more districts and more representatives.
Why Districts Matter
These districts are important because they make sure that people from all parts of a state have a voice in the national government. The person elected from a district, called a Representative or Congressman/Congresswoman, works to bring the needs and ideas of their local community to Washington, D.C.
How Districts Are Created
Every ten years, after the U.S. Census counts everyone in the country, states redraw their district lines. This process is called redistricting. It makes sure that each district has roughly the same number of people. This way, everyone's vote counts equally.
Arizona's 3rd District
Arizona's 3rd congressional district covers parts of southwestern Arizona. It includes areas in Maricopa County, Pima County, and Yuma County. The district also includes parts of the city of Tucson.
Who Represents the District?
The current representative for Arizona's 3rd congressional district is Raúl Grijalva. He is a member of the Democratic Party. Representatives like Mr. Grijalva work in the U.S. House of Representatives to create laws and make decisions that affect the whole country.
Voting Trends in the District
The 3rd congressional district has a "Cook Partisan Voting Index" (CPVI) of D+13. This means that, compared to the national average, the district tends to vote more strongly for Democratic candidates. This index helps people understand how a district usually votes in elections.
See also
In Spanish: 3.º distrito congresional de Arizona para niños
