How the 2020 U.S. Census Shifted Congressional Seats
With the 2020 Census, seven states lost seats and six states gained seats in the House of Representatives.
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.
UN Environment 2018 Emissions Gap Report Looks at How Effective Countries are at Curbing Greenhouse Gas Emissions
The UN Environment 2018 Emissions Gap Report has calculated the lengths countries must go in order for their efforts to reduce emissions to be effective.
Landlocked Countries
Learn about how many countries are landlocked, which is the largest landlocked country, and which two countries are double landlocked.
These Two Countries are Separated by 2.4 Miles and 21 Hours
There exists a geographic point where two of the largest countries in the world are only separated by a 2.4 miles but are 21 hours apart.
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.
What is the Difference Between The United Kingdom and Great Britain?
This article outlines the differences between the United Kingdom (also known as the UK), Great Britain, and the British Isles.
Which Country Has the Most Time Zones?
Find out which country has the most time zones and how many countries in the world have at least two time zones.
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.
What is the Nationality of a Baby Born on an Airplane?
It is a question that confounds the most geographically and legally astute: what is the nationality of a baby born on an airplane?
Conflict over Gibraltar: Who has control?
Gibraltar is a 6.5 square kilometer territory located south of the Spanish border, along the Strait of Gibraltar. The small area is officially an overseas … Read more