"f George Etzel Pearcy had his way, Lynyrd Skynyrd’s famous song would have been called “Sweet Home Talladego.” In 1973, the California State University geography professor suggested that the U.S. should redraw its antiquated state boundaries and narrow the overall number of states to a mere thirty-eight." - Jason Toney from Bookmarklet

The major cities highlight (in map 2) was really enlightening. - Cheryl

They'd have a real hard time convincing Texas to go along with this. - Mark "Rizzn" Hopkins

Mark, truer words may never have been spoken. - Cheryl

Honestly, there are very few states that would jump all over this. North Dakota and...well, hmmm. Although, California might benefit from a split. - Jason Toney

Even though no states would be on board, it makes a lot of sense. One tiny quibble from me, Representing Minneapolis with only the population of Minneapolis is sort of inaccurate because Saint Paul is only slightly smaller and that's a big chunk of missing urban population. Forth Worth, TX would probably say the same. - Erica Mauter