I really understand the value of design when it's used to make convoluted and unintelligible information clearly relevant. The most recent example is the $800+ billion stimulus plan. All most people can say about it is that it's gigantic and that they are either in favor of it (because they like Obama) or they are not in favor of it (because they preferred McCain or they just don't trust government to do anything). I shared that emotionally-driven pro-Obama response until I saw this beautifully drawn chart created by Laura Stanton on behalf of the Washington Post.
We're only showing part of it here, so visit the Post to see its full glory. Granted it's not a lovely gown or smartly tailored coat, but it is the latest in fashionable data, and it will make you feel alot more informed about where your money (and your kids money) is going. For those of you who asked, this information makes me more in favor of the stimulus package than not--now I just know what the hell I'm supporting.
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