Use of color is the key to this data visualization. Take a close look and you’ll realize that the gray color indicates a “yes” vote. It shows not only who voted “nay” on the $700 billion financial bailout plan, but also shows the breakdown between the Republican and Democratic representatives.

This information graphic appeared on nytimes.com. View it at this link: The No Votes – Details on the House of Representatives Bailout Vote.

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New York Times Info Graphic: The No Votes - House of Representatives Rejects $700 Billion Bailout