Alternate Timelines

Scenarios about 'New Jersey'

New Jersey is a U.S. state located on the east coast, known for its diverse geography from beaches to mountains and its strategic position between New York City and Philadelphia. Originally colonized by the Dutch and Swedish before becoming an English colony, it played a significant role in the American Revolution as the "Crossroads of the Revolution." In alternate history scenarios, New Jersey's industrial capacity, dense population, and geographic position make it a key focal point for exploring different economic developments or military campaigns in North American timelines.

What If New Jersey Implemented Different Urban Renewal Strategies?

Exploring the alternate timeline where New Jersey pursued community-centered urban renewal policies in the 1950s-1970s instead of demolition-heavy approaches, potentially transforming the trajectory of its cities and suburban sprawl.

What If Sports Betting Was Never Legalized?

Exploring the alternate timeline where the Supreme Court's 2018 decision upheld PASPA, preventing the nationwide legalization of sports betting in the United States and dramatically altering the relationship between professional sports and gambling.