This event scores moderate on constitutional damage (A=10.95) due to legitimate concerns about redistricting manipulation affecting electoral integrity, but the theatrical nature of fleeing to California generates high distraction value (B=24.25). The election driver scores 3.5 as redistricting directly impacts representation, though this is state-level partisan conflict rather than systemic breakdown. Rule of law scores 2.5 for the quorum-breaking tactic and threatened escalations. The mechanism modifier of 1.15 reflects election administration changes. However, the dramatic cross-country flight, media spectacle, and symbolic nature of the action create substantial hype. Layer 1 scores high on outrage_bait (7) and media_friendliness (8) due to the visual drama. Layer 2 shows moderate strategic distraction with pattern_match (6) to previous Texas Democratic walkouts. Intentionality of 7 reflects the clearly theatrical nature. With D=-13.3, this qualifies as List B: genuine redistricting concerns weaponized into political theater that generates more heat than constitutional light.