The “Clinton Neuron” and why Pamela Anderson should get a cabinet post

Thursday, March 6th, 2008

 
 

The Clinton Neuron
Neurodemocracy, you gotta love it. Branding, celebrity and politics — all evoke neurological responses in primitive brain areas. How can the candidates best position themselves to have the best neurological response in swing voters?
I have some advice. Free! For Senator Clinton, first, promise Pamela Anderson a cabinet post.

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