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American Indian Population by County (1990 – 2022)

The American Indian population, also known as Native Americans or indigenous peoples of the Americas, comprises a diverse group of ethnicities, cultures, and languages. They are the descendants of the original inhabitants of the Americas before European colonization. The ancestors of modern American Indians arrived in America at least 15 thousand years ago from Asia. Historically, the country’s indigenous people had a population of nearly 10 million before European settlers explored America.

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Ration map of the United States

Edward McCandish created a rare and intriguing map in 1944, known as the ‘Bill Whiffletree’ Ration Map of the United States. This pictorial map offers a satirical take on the government’s controversial rationing program during World War II. Similar in style to McCandish’s earlier Bootlegger’s Map, the ‘Bill Whiffletree’ map humorously depicts the challenges and frustrations of the rationing system.

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The Colors of Global Food Security

Food security is a highly complex issue that requires a systems view integrating multiple dimensions and aspects of the food system. Food availability, quality, access, utilization, and the stability of each of these components depend on agricultural production, employment, poverty, economic growth, climate, human health, biodiversity loss, water, pollution, consumption, and societal norms

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How Green is Your State?

The greenest U.S. states rely heavily on renewable energy sources and have implemented policies to promote sustainability. States like Vermont, which generates a significant portion of its electricity from renewable sources like hydropower and wind, often rank high. Other states like Idaho, Washington, Oregon, and South Dakota also have a strong focus on renewable energy and have made significant investments in this area.

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A Map of Every Vity

Cities are the beating hearts of our civilizations, each with its own unique character and charm. However, beneath the surface, there are often striking similarities that define cities within the same country or region. Let’s explore the common features of American cities, European cities, cities in post-Soviet countries, and Chinese cities, highlighting the essence of urban life across borders.

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