

Mathematics & Political Geography
Oct 17, 2024
Ranthony Clark, an NSF postdoctoral fellow at Duke University focused on mathematics and social justice, discusses her work identifying communities of interest in Ohio’s redistricting. Jiajie Luo, a recent UCLA PhD graduate, dives into how topological data analysis uncovers polling site coverage gaps in urban areas. The conversation highlights innovative approaches to fair representation and the importance of community engagement, revealing how mathematics can drive democratic accessibility.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Intro
00:00 • 2min
Mapping Communities of Interest in Redistricting
01:38 • 13min
Crafting Community Clusters Through Data
14:16 • 6min
Navigating the Challenges of Fair Redistricting
20:25 • 4min
Polling Locations and Geographical Accessibility
24:50 • 8min
Using Mathematics to Enhance Electoral Accessibility
32:30 • 3min