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Bushmanders And Bullwinkles: How Politicians Manipulate Electronic Maps And Census Data To Win Elections
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For Years Mark Monmonier, A Prose Stylist Of No Mean Ability Or Charm According To The Washington Post, Has Delighted Readers With His Insightful Understanding Of Cartography As An Art And Technology That Is Both Deceptive And Revealing. Now He Turns His Focus To The Story Of Political Cartography And The Redrawing Of Congressional Districts. His Title Bushmanders And Bullwinkles Combines Gerrymander With The Surname Of The President Who Actively Tolerated Racial Gerrymandering And Draws Attention To The Ridiculously Shaped Congressional Districts That Evoke The Antlers Of The Moose Who Shared The Cartoon Spotlight With Rocky The Flying Squirrel.Written From The Perspective Of A Cartographer Rather Than A Political Scientist, Bushmanders And Bullwinkles Examines The Political Tales Maps Tell When Votes And Power Are At Stake. Monmonier Shows How Redistricting Committees Carve Out Favorable Election Districts For Themselves And Their Allies; How Disgruntled Politicians Use Shape To Challenge Alleged Racial Gerrymanders; And How Geographic Information Systems Can Make Reapportionment A Controversial Process With Outrageous Products. He Also Explores Controversies Over The Proper Roles Of Natural Boundaries, Media Maps, Census Enumeration, And Ethnic Identity. Raising Important Questions About Supreme Court Decisions In Regulating Redistricting, Monmonier Asks If The Focus On Form Rather Than Function May Be Little More Than A Distraction From Larger Issues Like Election Reform.Characterized By The Same Wit And Clarity As Monmonier'S Previous Books, Bushmanders And Bullwinkles Is Essential Background For Understanding What Might Prove The Most Contentious Political Debate Of The New Decade.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Bushmanders and Bullwinkles'? A: 'Bushmanders and Bullwinkles' focuses on how politicians manipulate electronic maps and census data for electoral advantage, specifically examining the practice of gerrymandering.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Bushmanders and Bullwinkles' is Mark Monmonier, a noted cartographer and author.
- Q: What makes this book different from typical political science texts? A: The book offers a cartographer's perspective on political cartography, emphasizing the art and technology of map-making rather than a purely political analysis.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include gerrymandering, the role of geographic information systems in redistricting, and the implications of map shapes on political power and elections.
- Q: How many pages is 'Bushmanders and Bullwinkles'? A: 'Bushmanders and Bullwinkles' contains 216 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Bushmanders and Bullwinkles' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Bushmanders and Bullwinkles' published? A: 'Bushmanders and Bullwinkles' was published on April 15, 2001.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone without a background in cartography? A: Yes, the book is written in a clear and engaging style that makes it accessible to readers without a technical background in cartography or political science.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the complexities of political redistricting, the impact of map design on elections, and the controversies surrounding gerrymandering.
- Q: Is 'Bushmanders and Bullwinkles' considered a valuable resource for understanding current political debates? A: Yes, the book provides essential background knowledge that is relevant to understanding ongoing discussions about election reform and political representation.