(Phys.org)—American presidential campaigns provide a unique window into our society, according to a University of Michigan anthropologist.
Social Sciences
Oct 16, 2012
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Twitter released a study Wednesday showing its paid messages pay off for political candidates, not only in garnering attention but in driving campaign contributions.
Internet
Oct 10, 2012
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(AP)—The arrest of a top Google executive is reviving a debate about Brazilian laws that hold services such as YouTube responsible for the videos posted on them, making the country a hotbed of attempts to stifle digital ...
Other
Sep 28, 2012
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At least when it comes to female politicians, perhaps you can judge a book by its cover, suggest two UCLA researchers who looked at facial features and political stances in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Social Sciences
Sep 27, 2012
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As November draws near, many Americans are thinking about which political candidates will be receiving their support. For die-hard Democrats and Republicans, the decision may be a no-brainer. As the country grows increasingly ...
Social Sciences
Aug 16, 2012
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Freedom of speech on Facebook is at the heart of an appeals court case in Virginia involving an elected sheriff who fired staff members who "liked" his rival on the social networking site.
Internet
Aug 9, 2012
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(AP) -- The Federal Communications Commission voted Friday to require broadcast TV stations to post online the advertising rates they charge political candidates and advocacy groups.
Telecom
Apr 27, 2012
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Los Angeles, CA (April 19, 2012) As presidential candidates from both parties gear up for the big day in November, more and more people are turning to political blogs to provide them with the latest news on the election-front. ...
Internet
Apr 19, 2012
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Candidates with lower-pitched voices may get more votes in the 2012 election.
Social Sciences
Mar 13, 2012
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Voting behavior cannot be predicted by one or two genes as previous researchers have claimed, according to Evan Charney, a Duke University professor of public policy and political science.
Other
Feb 29, 2012
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