Editors Corner: voters choose by feeling over facts
Editor John Hendler argues that nontraditional polls show Americans prefer Obama in social settings and suggests voters decide based on liking a candidate. He cites Malcolm Gladwell on snap judgments, notes high campaign spending may be wasted, and urges reflection as the fiscal cliff nears.
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Mitt Romney
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Obama
George W. Bush
al Gore
Gore
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Holiday spending outlook after election season
A reader survey asks if people will spend more or less this holiday season. One respondent says they will likely spend more due to a new sibling and a steady job, noting they have been saving to buy gifts for everyone.
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Navy
Black Friday Conflicted Shopper Seeks First Time Deals
A person describes balancing budgeting with family needs while planning a first Black Friday trip. They regret long lines last year and unresolved desired items, yet want good deals this year. They aim to spend less and manage gifts for multiple people, exploring a one time experience.
Forever grateful for the love of the people of Marshall
A Marshall widow writes five months after her husband Morris Stulberg passed at 90 from probable Alzheimer's. She recalls his openness about dementia, his nickname The Marshall hugger, and urges families to acknowledge the disease. She notes friends and neighbors rallied with support, keeping Morris connected and inclusive during his illness and after.
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Morris Stulberg
Marshall Hugger
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Pedal neighbors urge safer shared roads for bikes
A letter criticizes careless driving near cyclists and stroller users, urging enforcement to curb unsafe passing by trucks and SUVs. The writer, age 59, details miles driven and biked, advocates rights for walkers and riders, calls to reduce crime instead of issuing minor citations, and promotes walking or biking for errands like in Australia.
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