There are two things about the otherwise solid red Fifth District, which is about the size of New Jersey, that appeal to Democrats. It’s 23 percent African American and its biggest population center is the liberal bastion of Charlottesville. Still, only three Democrats have won the Fifth since it was redrawn in 2001. Read this week’s cover story, about Tom Perriello’s recent loss, right here. And don’t forget to leave comments.
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