The results are in. The votes have been counted—three different ways. And now the wait is over. So, it's the question you've all been asking: who won the pet election? … [Read more...]
Democracy, Elections, and Math
It’s finally Friday, and you’ve decided to go out to dinner. Between you and your four friends, it’s not too big of a deal trying to pick the perfect place to eat. Three of you want to go to this great Italian place down the street. Since most of you agree, you’re on your … [Read more...]
Classic Reconsidered: All the King’s Men
Because presidential elections are so momentous, they bring up a lot of big questions about how we see the world, what we value, and how we should act. And those questions have implications for things far beyond the realm of politics. One of the most famous novels to capture … [Read more...]
Notable Mathematical Moments in US Election History
November is soon to come, and this year it brings more than just the carving of the Thanksgiving turkey. That’s because it’s time to select a new commander-in-chief. As nominees Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton face off to replace President Obama, let’s look back on some … [Read more...]
Mathematics of the Election
Are elections fair? Do they really represent the will of voters? Jeff Beyerl does the math to show us why that is not always the case. All views expressed below are Beyerl's and are not representative of Duke TIP. … [Read more...]