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xkcd #2868: Label the States (xkcd.com)
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Alt text: Even with a blank map, a lot of people can only name 45-50 of the 64 states.

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[–] tygerprints@kbin.social 3 points 9 months ago (1 children)

Unless you're including all the minor islands and territories, the U.S. only has 50 states to speak of. I know I could identify my state, Texas, Hawaii, California and a couple others. If there are people who can name up to 50 states and where they are on a map, that's pretty damn impressive!

[–] InquisitiveApathy@lemm.ee 10 points 9 months ago (1 children)

Look a little closer at the map.

I'm pretty sure you'll be able to do it. I have faith.

[–] tygerprints@kbin.social 3 points 9 months ago (1 children)

I did finally. My bad for not spotting the anomalies right off. See, your wonderful christian attitude was so helpful.

[–] JackGreenEarth@lemm.ee 1 points 9 months ago (1 children)

Why are you giving Christianity a monopoly on faith?

[–] tygerprints@kbin.social 0 points 9 months ago

I think in this country, Christianity does have a monopoly on faith. And monopoly is a good word to use, because religion is really just big business and those who make the most money hold all the cards.