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 NRE 530 Project: Introduction

Throughout this paper, there will be the option to continue in the linear order used by the author to create ths work. This is represented by:

For those more inclined to "go it alone" and make their own path through this work, a series of contents tables have been assembled. They can be accessed via the project page, although there are links between many sections. To follow your own interests, Use the following:

Both options are availabe on every page.

All data used for this project came from the United States Census Bureau. Specifically, the population estimates used to determine population between decennial censuses were the main data source. This site contains historic time series data for states and counties from 1970-present. Additionally, all population projections came from the Census Bureau, as well.

Several quotations appear in the text bodies contained herein that are not documented, especially the History section. I will update this information as time permits, but in the meantime please contact me for documentation. The section is essentially an excerpt from my undergraduate thesis for Claremont McKenna College. 

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