Betting markets outpace pundits but misfire this election
Columnist concedes error after predicting Clinton victory via betting markets. He cites crowds in betting as wiser than polls, notes Brexit and 2012 surprises, and credits John Stossel and Creators Syndicate for analysis. He defends markets despite two high-profile misses.
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Rick Perry
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Editorial: Responding to anti Trump Protests After Election
The piece argues protests against Trump after the election risk riots but urges peaceful response. It urges Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama to calm tensions and remind demonstrators to respect the democratic result. It notes Obama’s failed bridging effort and Trump’s divisive campaign as factors in ongoing discontent.
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Readers urge public input on Cahoon Pool decision
Letters criticize the city’s shutdown of Cahoon Pool citing loss of central town access and urging maintenance fixes or alternatives. The writer urges council openness, civic involvement, and exploring repair options or private partnerships to keep a larger pool serving Roswell residents.
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Roswell
City Severs Key Posts in Roswell With Interim Manager Hired
The city cut severance for two former managers Polasek and Phillips, creating ongoing costs including an interim city manager at 4,247 per week plus housing. Fiscal year expenses for the Roswell finance department rose from 930,040 to 1,494,397 plus 11,470 in two years. The speaker argues against seeking another interim leader and calls for multiple cross trained directors.
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Roswell
Roswell Daily Record Invites Letters and Columns
The Roswell Daily Record outlines submission rules for letters to the editor and columnists. Letters should express clear opinions on issues and may be rejected at the paper’s discretion. Column submissions are welcome up to about 750 words for consideration.
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