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...conclusions are quite surprising.A quick read by almost any standard, the book embodies political writing at its best. Poundstone’s discussions are timely, colorful, and compelling, even when one might expect the subject to be rather dull. He deftly balances the many elements of his text, alternating seamlessly from historical analysis to mathematical explanation, all the while providing relatable characters—and a good dose of humor—for his readers.Poundstone begins by investigating a number of elections in which “spoilers”—like Nader—tipped the scales...
...accomplishments, Vartikar-McCullough says, “Theater was never my focus; it was always very much visual art.” It’s this concentration on visual art that sets him apart from others in the theater community. For Vartikar-McCullough, a play goes beyond just text and characters. “There’s more to theater than just scenarios,” he says. A Visual and Environmental Studies concentrator, he is keenly aware of how set design, costumes, and movement not only accompany the text but also act as entertainment in their...
...consumers became hooked on credit. Home buyers and businesses took out mortgages in foreign currencies, which had the effect of worsening already severe current-account deficits. In a peculiarly Estonian twist, companies in the tech-savvy country began offering high-interest short-term loans by mobile phone. Borrowers could text the company their requests and have money transferred into their bank accounts almost instantly, albeit at usurious interest rates of up to 800% a month...
...gathering dispersed at some point past midnight, although many among us stayed up all night on couches in front of our television screens. Then, at 7:30 a.m. Tehran time, the first text message arrived. "Ladies and Gentlemen, Obama has won!" The next went: "We need to celebrate!" And the next: "Salaam to Haj Agha Obama!" which cheekily bestowed the title of Mecca pilgrimage on Obama. (See pictures of Barack Obama's family tree...
...said he had text messaged his barber earlier that evening, writing, “It’s looking really good for us right...