Babyface politicians face uphill battle in elections
A Science study shows voters form quick competence judgments from faces, favoring more mature looks in Congress races. Todorov and colleagues found that initial impressions predicted 72 percent of Senate and 67 percent of House outcomes, with babyfaced candidates often losing.
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Kenny Edmonds
Science
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Alexander Todorov
Princeton University
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D-N.y
John McCain
R-Ariz
John Kerry
D-Mass
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Russell Feingold
D-Wise
Tim Michels
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Leslie A. Zebrowitz
Brandeis University
Emerson College
Joann M. Montepare
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Safety push on ATVs aims to shield young riders
Washington considers new rules after rising ATV injuries and deaths among under 16s. The Consumer Product Safety Commission orders a review of voluntary standards, focusing on speed and stability, while weighing a ban on adult-size ATVs for youth. The push comes amid 6 million riding machines in use and calls from safety groups and lawmakers. Kyle DeLoretto-Rabe, 10, died in 2002 after his ATV tipped, highlighting dangers and prompting calls for better rider education.
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Sue DeLoretto-Rabe
Kyle
DeLoretto-Rabe
Turner, Ore
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