Abuzz Takes On the Issues: Election 2000

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From: foster@staff-abuzz.com
Date: Wed Nov 15 2000 - 14:22:27 PST

Hello forktimes,

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Welcome to The Buzz, Abuzz's email newsletter. Abuzz is full of discussions on topics ranging from National News to Arts to Travel. One of the most active and interesting Categories is Politics, where Abuzz members are discussing the hotly contested presidential election. In fact, there has been a 21% increase in Politics interactions over the last month as Abuzz members are gripped with election fever. Check below for excellent examples of Abuzz interactions in the Politics Category, as well as other hot discussions. You will also find hints on how to capitalize on Abuzz's rating system.

IN THIS MONTH'S ISSUE
1) NEW YORK TIMES-RELATED DISCUSSIONS
2) GET THE MOST OUT OF THE ABUZZ RATING SYSTEM
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1) NEW YORK TIMES-RELATED DISCUSSIONS

IN THE NATIONAL NEWS CATEGORY
Dongee2 asks: "Is the dumbing down of America taking place before our very eyes?"
Can it be possible that 19000 adults of voting age can misinterpret or become confused over a plain and simple ballot?
http://nytimes.abuzz.com/interaction/s.122292/discussion/e/8.71089

IN THE BUSINESS NEWS CATEGORY
Retrovertigo asks: "How is the presidential election affecting the stock market?"
Have you seen any indication that the market is being affected by the lack of a president-elect?
http://nytimes.abuzz.com/interaction/s.122432/discussion/e/8.71090

POLITICS CATEGORY
Jmfc10 asks: "Gore or Bush?"
Why do American people think more in the personality of a candidate instead of their programs?
http://nytimes.abuzz.com/interaction/s.121279/discussion/e/8.71091

HISTORY CATEGORY
Chowchowchik asks: "Is This The Best Of Our Democracy?"
Does the 2000 election show off the strengths or weaknesses of the U.S. political system?
http://nytimes.abuzz.com/interaction/s.122163/discussion/e/8.71092

TV CATEGORY
JedMillerNYT says: "Live From Washington, It's Saturday Night!"
Has our "TV nation" put charm over achievement in its leadership requirements?
http://nytimes.abuzz.com/interaction/s.119801/discussion/e/8.71093

To see other interesting discussions and members, go to Abuzz's What's Hot page at http://nytimes.abuzz.com/abuzz/whats_hot/e/8.71085

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