This is the only division that makes sense geographically. Sure, the states including L.A. and San Francisco will have larger populations and thus more Reps and more votes in the Electoral College, but at least the other new states will have a chance to have their views represented in the Senate.
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California statewide |
37,325,068 | $61,400 |
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| Sacramenta | 11,385,472 | $69,253 |
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| Angelica | 12,195,686 | $57,458 |
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| Alta California | 10,529,838 | $63,427 |
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| South Cascadia | 774,350 | $42,501 |
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| Sierra | 2,439,722 | $48,345 |
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Sources: 2012 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, California Secretary of State.
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