Compared to constantly seeing the “winner takes all” election result maps, I think this type of map is a good reminder that a strong diversity of opinion exists in most states.
Compared to constantly seeing the “winner takes all” election result maps, I think this type of map is a good reminder that a strong diversity of opinion exists in most states.
In case you aren’t American, that line is the Great Plains. It’s basically the dividing line between where it historically gets enough rain to farm, and where it’s dry enough that farming gives way to ranching.
Interesting! Which side is which?
The right side is where people farm and the left is more ranching. Obviously, there’s farms everywhere, but out west, it has to be irrigated, which can only be done cost effectively in certain locations.
If you know where to look, you can even make out rivers. The Platte river crosses the great plains to Denver (the big blue area).