How to Become U.S. President with Less Than 23% of the Votes
A fascinating map shows how a candidate could win the U.S. presidency with just 22.9% of the vote by securing key states with the highest electoral votes per population ratio.
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Political maps
Political Maps show governmental and administrative borders of countries, provinces, states, and counties, the location of major cities, and other political units.
The Gambia – The World’s Most Bizarrely Shaped Country
Why does The Gambia look so strange on a map? Explore the historical and colonial reasons behind The Gambia’s narrow, elongated shape, how it’s divided administratively, and how this unusual geography affects the country’s economy and development.
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Should Canada Become the 51st State? Survey Results and Historical Context
A new survey reveals how Canadians feel about the idea of joining the U.S. as the 51st state. Spoiler: most say no. But why? Let’s explore the history, identity, and relationship between Canada and the U.S.
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How Long Was Your Region Part of France? A Look at European Territories Under French Rule
This map reveals the European territories that have been under French rule for different periods, from the heart of modern France to former French possessions. How has this shaped culture, language, and identity across the continent?
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The U.S. Counties That Shifted Left in 2024
Some counties voted more Democratic in 2024 than in 2020—why? Utah’s changing conservative base, Colorado’s new arrivals, and shrinking populations in Oklahoma could be part of the story.
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The Gulf of Mexico or America?
Following a recent U.S. executive order, the waters between the United States and Mexico now have two official names. While Mexico and most of the world still call it the Gulf of Mexico, U.S. government maps label it as the Gulf of America. This naming shift reveals how geographic labels can become unexpected points of international discussion.
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Space Race 2024: Mapping Election Results on Mars and Moon
What if election results shaped other worlds? See how Trump’s votes create Mars-like peaks and valleys, while Harris’s support carves the lunar surface – revealing Earth’s political divide through planetary terrain.
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Defense Scheme No. 1: How Canada Planned to Counter a US Invasion
In 1921, Canadian military planners created Defense Scheme No. 1 – an innovative strategy to counter potential US invasion through tactical raids and strategic disruption while awaiting British reinforcements.
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Mountains vs Islands: Visualizing the 2024 Election as Physical Geography
Discover how the 2024 election reshaped America’s political landscape. Republican strongholds rise as mountains, while Democratic urban centers become islands. Check the map to see how your area changed!
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The ‘Real’ Map of Europe: It’s Bigger Than You Think
Most of us think Europe stops at its continental shores. But did you know that you can find pieces of France in the Pacific and bits of Britain scattered across the globe? Here’s the fascinating story of Europe’s truly global reach.
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