Alternate Map of America

This map is a parody that shows a fabricated view of how Ronald Reagan (President 1980-1988) saw the world. I chose this map as even though it's fictional it presents an interesting view on how Americans stereotype and view the world. Whilst some elements are no longer relevant (Thatcher, Cold War, USSR), the general opinion and divides have stayed the same. The map is a generalised and simplistic outline of the divisions within the world and it not only signifies the stereotyping within American society, it also illustrates how the rest of the world mockingly views America. These prejudiced perceptions include the arrogance of American dominance shown in the ridiculously disproportionate size of the countries and continents. The way in which America has been presented indicates that stereotyping is not just an outward view on the world. The criticism also affects those in the States, that supposedly do not conform to the American ideal, 'Democrats and Welfare Bums', 'Ecotpia' compared to 'Republicans and other Real Americans.' Highlighting the vast diversity within the US. The map is overall an expression of universal prejudice, the supposed America superiority and the mocking condemnation from the rest of the world.