An interesting piece at Salon about the role of political reporters in shaping campaign outcomes. Specifically, they love or hate candidates based more on the access and flattery they receive (see: McCain's miraculous comeback narrative) rather than based on the candidates' positions or even their real standing among voters (see: the only politician surging in nationwide polls is John Edwards, but are you hearing that?). It's a bit creepy that highschool-level interactions are shaping narratives that can drive candidates to defeat or victory; substance, anyone???
(via Eschaton)
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