Critique: Other Political Maps

Why Having the Right Map Matters!

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December 13, 2025

INTRODUCTION:

This is the linear political spectrum that is most commonly taught in public/private
schools, colleges, and universities.

Standard Political Spectrum (Above):

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Political Compass Map from https://www.politicalcompass.org/

The Political Compass (Above):

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Nolan Chart from https://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/

The Nolan Chart (Above):

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Typology Chart from https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/quiz/political-typology/

Pew Research Political Typology Chart (Above):

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8-Dimensional Political Map from https://www.8dpolcomp.com/

8-D Political Compass (Above):

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Horseshoe Theory (Above):

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The E-F Model (Above) as an Alternative:

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The E-F Model Compliments Horseshoe Theory:

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CONCLUSION: