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Predicting the Winner

Book • 2024
This book delves into the transformative night of November 4, 1952, when computers were first used to predict election outcomes live on television.

It highlights how this innovation not only changed the way elections were covered but also set the stage for a digital public square.

The book provides insights into the historical context and the ongoing implications of this technological shift in journalism and politics.

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Mentioned by Brooke Gladstone as the author of the book, discussing the history of election night coverage.
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