Gerrymandering is the art of drawing political boundaries to benefit a particular party. The term traces its origins to early 19th century machinations of Massachusetts governor Elbridge Gerry. In 1812 the governor approved the creation of convoluted districts that benefited his party. One of the districts wrapped around the city… Read more“Map Monday, gerrymandering US congressional districts”
Category: Science
Map Monday, lactose intolerance around the world
When I was younger I never heard of lactose intolerance. In recent years it has become almost common place. Grocery store aisles contain dozens of “safe” dairy products and aids for digesting natural dairy foods. The condition is so well known that it’s become a comedic tool in popular TV… Read more“Map Monday, lactose intolerance around the world”
Map Monday, speed limits across the globe
Speed limits seem to be the universal constraint to modern life. Despite medical advances that have extended life into an eighth decade in the most developed countries there’s never enough time to do what must be done. As a consequence everything must be done faster and faster so you can… Read more“Map Monday, speed limits across the globe”