[sinjefe]

Though touched on in other threads, I thought I would start a new one focusing on this topic specifically. Take the time to read through the article in the link provided:

http://www.economics.harvard.edu/fac...ley_effect.pdf

Reading from page 1 through about 3 or 4, it struck me how the effect noted seems to be EXACTLY the model being followed by the Obama administration. I have to admit that the math hurt my head but, I wonder if politicians are aware that they may actually be harming their electorate by following this model. The cynic in me says they do and don't care because they want power and re-shaping the electorate through re-dtributionist policies ensures they stay in power. After all, that seems to be the point.