How NOT to make a chart

Jon Stewart of the Daily Show points out the problem with this chart from FEMA. When disasters happen, FEMA's approach is
- Response
- Recovery
- Mitigation
- Risk reduction
- Prevention
- Preparedness

LEADING BACK TO DISASTER AGAIN!

The underlying visual structure of your charts is important. Before you make a chart, think about what its composition might imply to your audience.

Thanks to Andrew Crowley for the link.