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Bob Barr markets

Posted on June 26, 2008 by Mike Linksvayer

Reason, a libertarian periodical, writes that the Bob Barr effect is “confirmed.” Because Obama’s campaign manager says it is. Yes, pathetically a pro-market publication heeds the remarks of a political operative rather than markets that say Bob Barr will not … Continue reading →

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Could a political campaign use prediction markets?

Posted on November 26, 2007 by Adam Siegel

This is cross-posted from our Inkling Markets blog where we have far fewer readers than the illustrious Midas Oracle. … — There are several prediction marketplaces out there for the upcoming U.S. election season and probably more to come. All … Continue reading →

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Ex-CBS News Dan Rather on Bloggers

Posted on March 20, 2007 by Chris F. Masse

CNET: Question: Did you see blogging as a serious journalistic endeavor before the CBS dustup over President Bush’s military record? Dan Rather: Some parts of it I did. As I’ve said many times, I think it’s very easy to generalize … Continue reading →

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