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151 | Jordan Ellenberg on the Mathematics of Political Boundaries

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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Gerrymandering: The Mathematical Divide

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between mathematics and political boundaries, with a focus on gerrymandering and its implications for political representation. The discussion highlights how the manipulation of district shapes impacts electoral outcomes and raises questions about fairness and legal standards in democratic practices. Additionally, it contrasts traditional geographic voting systems with alternative methods, examining the complexities of achieving true representativeness in the American electoral system.

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