The battle over redistricting in Baltimore County continued Tuesday evening during a lengthy council meeting.

Two councilmembers shared a fourth map with neighbors Tuesday morning, which they said is fair and can pass.

Others expressed concerns that the new map dilutes the minority vote even more.

Public testimony on the topic lasted about three hours.

New redistricting map introduced

The proposed map includes three majority-minority districts, according to Councilman Izzy Patoka. But, it splits Woodlawn in the west and has no majority-minority district in the east, which many call unfair.

Patoka and Council Chairman Mike Ertel proposed the map. Patoka said he believes the new map expands opportunity for everyone.

"We did the right thing in Baltimore County, because we're creating g

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