Posted by Aaron VanWieren on 05 Nov 2008 | Tagged as: 2008 Election Maps, General Ramblings
In the beginning CNN had John King and his Magic Map. Now, they have trumped the magic map and taken news reporting technology to another level using holographic technology, real world “Help Me Obi-wan Kinobi You’re My Only Hope” holographic technology! Embeded video after the jump, you have to see it to believe it! Continue Reading »
Posted by Aaron VanWieren on 04 Nov 2008 | Tagged as: 2008 Election Maps, Cartography And GIS
Election day is finally here. Yay! In my blog I have tried to provide access and perspective on a wide variety of election related cartographic content, primarily looking at how the related information as well as the maps themselves are composed. This year has seen a flood of content driven maps offered to explain a wide range of topics and concerns(see related posts below). Tonight it all draws to a close and I know I will be glued to my television and laptop computer to follow it through to its conclusion. I have been like an addict the past couple of months, watching CNN and news more often than prime time television. As well, I have discovered some great maps along the way that provide keen visualization to campaign issues. In light of tonight’s presidential election conclusion, I figured poll closing times would be a great focus for this Election Day posting. Continue Reading »
Posted by Aaron VanWieren on 03 Nov 2008 | Tagged as: 2008 Election Maps, General Ramblings
Unlike my previous posts this one does not focus on a map or mapping technology. Instead it focuses on the candidates stances toward technology and technology legeslation. Recently Tech Republic published an article on the candidates’ stances toward internet technology and high technology job. I feel this is a pretty good read and interesting to think about. This election year has not had alot of focus on anything besides economics, so the author has discerned this from their press releases and voting histories. Continue Reading »
Posted by Aaron VanWieren on 28 Oct 2008 | Tagged as: 2008 Election Maps, Cartography And GIS
Election time is a week away. As I reported yesterday, record lines are expected next Tuesday at the polls. Early voting in Georgia has reported some places having up to a 2+ hour wait for early voting. It will definitely be interesting to see what the final numbers are next week. With the enthusiasm building up to the end of the general election, I figured I would look at what are the state policies for time off for voting. As well Google has emphasized the “Vote Hour” campaign on their blog. And yes, there is a video too! Continue Reading »
Posted by Aaron VanWieren on 27 Oct 2008 | Tagged as: 2008 Election Maps, Cartography And GIS
The National Elections are only a week away. In news this weekend, there have been reports of massive numbers of voters turning out for early voting. In some places, voters are met with long lines. Next Tuesday it probably won’t be any different. In light of the reported record turnout at the polls, I want to focus today’s post on a map dedicated to informing the voter about states’ early voting practices. Continue Reading »
Posted by Aaron VanWieren on 24 Oct 2008 | Tagged as: 2008 Election Maps, General Ramblings
Last week in my election map series, I blogged about CNN’s Magic Map and its facilitator John King. On Thursday, Saturday Night Live decided to have some fun of their own spoofing CNN’s John King and his Magic Map. Watch it here! Continue Reading »