Some think a primary objective should be to increase black and Hispanic representation in elective office.

On Thursday he gave the county until June 27 to submit a corrective plan that would provide more Hispanic representation.

Hispanic representation has increased by nearly 500 percent.

Analysts say such court challenges are now in the forefront of a move toward greater Hispanic representation nationwide.

Are there means other than redistricting that can insure black and Hispanic representation?

There is better Hispanic representation on the force.

The program is expected to increase Hispanic representation in the Section 8 program to about 7 percent within five years.

Hispanic representation, which peaked at 16.1 percent in 1993, stood at 14.3 percent in 2002.

The black and Hispanic representation of the City Council will likely increase from 25 to 40 percent.

The latest plan is particularly aimed at increasing Hispanic representation.