News Can Wiki Edits Predict Romney's VP Choice?

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The discussion centers on the predictive power of Wikipedia edits regarding Mitt Romney's vice presidential choice, highlighting past instances where increased activity on candidates' pages preceded their selection. Notably, Paul Ryan's selection as Romney's running mate was anticipated based on such editing patterns. Participants express mixed views on Ryan's suitability, with some arguing he appeals to the Republican base while risking alienation of independents. Concerns are raised about Ryan's controversial budget proposals and their unpopularity, particularly among older voters. The conversation reflects broader sentiments about the implications of the VP pick for the upcoming election.
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<<The media explained this unusual plea as "I didn't do it and promise not to do it again.">>

The media then got it wrong. A "no contest" plea is the exact same thing legally as a "guilty" plea in the criminal system--no sugar coating. It differs from a guilty plea only in that it cannot be used against you in a civil trial. The advantage for politicians is that it sounds better than "guilty".

P.S. Miller's daughter is Stephanie Miller, a liberal radio show host.
 
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ApplePion said:
P.S. Miller's daughter is Stephanie Miller, a liberal radio show host.

And Ronald Reagan's son is Ron Reagan, also a liberal radio show host. Let's keep on topic, please.
 
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<<And Ronald Reagan's son is Ron Reagan, also a liberal radio show host. Let's keep on topic, please.>>

Apparently the topic here must be "Are the other posters here on (what I imagine to be) the topic?".

Could you please explain to me why Miller being on an American Express commercial was on topic but his daughter being a liberal talk show host--something far more interesting since he was Goldwater's running mate--is not. Is the topic "What ads vice-presidential candidates were in, but not anything about their daughters"?
 
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ApplePion said:
<<And Ronald Reagan's son is Ron Reagan, also a liberal radio show host. Let's keep on topic, please.>>

Apparently the topic here must be "Are the other posters here on (what I imagine to be) the topic?".

Could you please explain to me why Miller being on an American Express commercial was on topic but his daughter being a liberal talk show host--something far more interesting since he was Goldwater's running mate--is not. Is the topic "What ads vice-presidential candidates were in, but not anything about their daughters"?

Point taken :biggrin:.

This thread has run its course.
 

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