Gerrymandering Map Font
Designers Ben Doessel and James Lee created a free font that forms the letters of the alphabet using congressional district shapes.
The Politics of Defining Central New Jersey
In the state of New Jersey, one of the most contentious arguments its citizens have is the existence of the region ‘central Jersey.’
How Many Countries Are There?
The answer to the question of how many countries there are in the world remains a question with many different possible answers.
Landlocked Countries
Learn about how many countries are landlocked, which is the largest landlocked country, and which two countries are double landlocked.
How Geography Influences Voting Behavior
Geography plays a significant role in voter participation in elections. The racial makeup, size, and altering of districts all influence voter turnout. Weather can also play a role.
MapWatch: Tracking Political Cartography
Researchers from Northeastern University have created a database called MapWatch which shows how maps and borders change based on geography.
The Geography of Gerrymandering in the United States
Gerrymandering is the practice of drawing or re-drawing congressional boundaries to benefit a specific political candidate or party. The Washington Post recently took a look at how gerrymandering has affected politics in the United States.