05-03-2008, 06:27 PM
The most influential US political pundits (not counting us)
Order of the list surprising? Any faces missing? Any figures too low, or too high on the list? Some interesting choices here.
"The Telegraph today unveils its list of the 50 most influential political pundits to help readers sort through whose opinions matter. These are the people who make voters sit up and take notice. They are the ones who political candidates and campaigns are constantly seeking to woo and influence. They include television presenters, newspaper columnists, bloggers and talking heads..."
"While being opinionated did not guarantee consideration, having strong opinions was a key factor. Many important journalists have been left out because they portray themselves as objective and seek to inform rather than persuade..."
"You will not agree with all our choices. Let us know those who influence you – and those you believe should influence Americans when they go to the polls on November 4th."
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopi...ndits.html
Their previous lists, 100 most influential conservatives and the 100 most influential liberals
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jht...tintro.xml
Order of the list surprising? Any faces missing? Any figures too low, or too high on the list? Some interesting choices here.
"The Telegraph today unveils its list of the 50 most influential political pundits to help readers sort through whose opinions matter. These are the people who make voters sit up and take notice. They are the ones who political candidates and campaigns are constantly seeking to woo and influence. They include television presenters, newspaper columnists, bloggers and talking heads..."
"While being opinionated did not guarantee consideration, having strong opinions was a key factor. Many important journalists have been left out because they portray themselves as objective and seek to inform rather than persuade..."
"You will not agree with all our choices. Let us know those who influence you – and those you believe should influence Americans when they go to the polls on November 4th."
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopi...ndits.html
Their previous lists, 100 most influential conservatives and the 100 most influential liberals
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jht...tintro.xml