The Geometry of Gerrymandering

Why math and society?

I am haunted by these existential questions:

• What is the role of mathematics in society?
• What is my role as a mathematician in society?
• What is my role as a human being in society?

I'm going to explore these questions by giving talks on the intersection of math and society at the University of Toronto, at every platform I can get. I'll highlight the interesting research of others, because I think academics need to help each other to "signal-boost" more to get important messages out, instead of just talking about their own work.

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