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In reply to the discussion: This message was self-deleted by its author [View all]usaf-vet
(7,516 posts)69. You are right we each get to pick who we believe. Some will swear Fox has all the experts. I choose other sources.
Greg Palast is an investigative journalist, author, and filmmaker known for his work on voter suppression, election integrity, and corporate fraud. His professional background includes:
Education: Palast holds a degree in finance from the University of California, Berkeley. He later trained as an economist and investigated financial fraud cases. Who has worked as an actuarial dealing with complex numerical interactions
Actuaries possess the skills necessary to investigate election results for potential anomalies or irregularities. Their expertise in statistical analysis, data modeling, and risk assessment equips them to apply various election forensic techniques effectively.
Actuarial Skills Relevant to Election Analysis:
Statistical Analysis: Actuaries are proficient in analyzing large datasets to identify patterns, trends, and deviations, which is crucial in detecting anomalies in election data.
b] Risk Assessment: Their ability to assess and quantify risk can be applied to evaluate the likelihood of irregularities in voting patterns.
Modeling Techniques: Actuaries utilize advanced modeling techniques, including machine learning and predictive analytics, to interpret complex data, aiding in the identification of unusual voting behaviors.
Statistical Analysis: Actuaries are proficient in analyzing large datasets to identify patterns, trends, and deviations, which is crucial in detecting anomalies in election data.
b] Risk Assessment: Their ability to assess and quantify risk can be applied to evaluate the likelihood of irregularities in voting patterns.
Modeling Techniques: Actuaries utilize advanced modeling techniques, including machine learning and predictive analytics, to interpret complex data, aiding in the identification of unusual voting behaviors.
Election Forensic Methods Applicable:
Benford's Law: This statistical principle predicts the frequency distribution of digits in naturally occurring datasets. Deviations from this distribution in election results can indicate potential fraud. Actuaries' familiarity with such statistical laws enables them to apply these tests effectively.
Risk-Limiting Audits (RLAs): These are statistical methods that provide evidence about the accuracy of election outcomes by examining a random sample of ballots. Actuaries' expertise in risk assessment and statistical sampling makes them well-suited to design and interpret RLAs. arxiv.org
Machine Learning for Anomaly Detection: Actuaries' experience with machine learning can be leveraged to develop algorithms that detect unusual patterns in election data, which may signify irregularities. arxiv.org
Investigative Journalism: He gained recognition for exposing corruption in politics, corporate fraud, and voter suppression tactics, often focusing on the U.S. and the UK
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BBC and The Guardian: Palast worked for the BBCs "Newsnight" and wrote investigative reports for The Guardian and other major outlets.
Books & Films: He authored several books, including The Best Democracy Money Can Buy and How Trump Stole 2020, detailing voter suppression tactics. He also produced documentaries on the same themes.
Books & Films: He authored several books, including The Best Democracy Money Can Buy and How Trump Stole 2020, detailing voter suppression tactics. He also produced documentaries on the same themes.
Some people believe Djt wrote The Art of the Deal He Didn't lie as usual. At best, he collaborated.
Election Investigations: Palast has investigated controversial elections in the U.S., uncovering voter roll purges, suppression efforts, and corporate influence on politics.
His work has made him a key figure in uncovering voting rights issues, particularly regarding the disenfranchisement of minority communities.
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Am I misremembering or didn't we have a similar conversation about celebrities after Hillary's loss?
Alice B.
Mar 9
#18
Trump got more out of the McDonalds and Garbage Truck stunts than anything the Harris campaign did with celebrities
MichMan
Mar 9
#54
Would you if you were making a minimum of $175,000 per year? With free health care and too many perks to list.
usaf-vet
Mar 9
#21
Sorry we have term limits. It's called elections. Actual term limits would be unconstitutional
Walleye
Mar 9
#27
Yes, but a lame duck elected official feels they don't have to answer to the voters anymore
Walleye
Mar 9
#72
Maybe they pay a fee, but it's available to them at a moment's notice. As to the election, who are you kidding.
usaf-vet
Mar 9
#62
You are right we each get to pick who we believe. Some will swear Fox has all the experts. I choose other sources.
usaf-vet
Mar 9
#69
What should she have said? What should she have done differently from the president often compared to FDR?
betsuni
Mar 9
#60
I agree that Tim Walz seemed muzzled and came off as a jovial but "fade into the background" grandfatherly
hlthe2b
Mar 9
#5
Ideally, sure, but I think he's forgetting the three month time frame of their campaign.
CrispyQ
Mar 9
#7
Harris/Walz ran an outstanding campaign, but nothing they could do would have mattered
DeeDeeNY
Mar 9
#20
No, Democrats were fighting an impossible fight against a brain-washed zombie electorate. The only thing that will
Martin68
Mar 9
#29
Frankly I think we Dems played it right. Nothing we could have done or said would have swayed Trump supporters.
Martin68
Mar 9
#26
And as I say nothing, you can argue will persuade a misogynist or a racist to stop hating
Walleye
Mar 9
#32
Could you please post a link confirming the fact that Harris lost because "millions of Democratic voters didn't show up?
Martin68
Mar 9
#50
OK, so you don't have a clue. Just what I thought. It's just not true. If you want to make extraordinary claims, please,
Martin68
Mar 9
#76
Shoulda, woulda, coulda, if only. It's called magical thinking and I hate it. What is the point?
Walleye
Mar 9
#31
I grew to like Walz, but it's ironic that he's criticizing us for playing it too safe.
W_HAMILTON
Mar 9
#33
Yeah, they needed to vote against something and the black woman was a convenient person to vote against
Walleye
Mar 9
#43
"if we're just careful and don't make mistakes, surely the American people won't elect a convicted felon."
paleotn
Mar 9
#34
It's hard to rehash the election and also make sure the rules of DU are followed but I do feel that
Nanjeanne
Mar 9
#38
A lot of people out here in reality dont pay attention to politics, ever, they hear a sound bite or 2 on tv .
Srkdqltr
Mar 9
#39
We don't have the right tools for messaging. Commercial ads are fine but we need 24/7 saturation. Like Fox and the rest.
hadEnuf
Mar 9
#41
Democrats didn't understand 2024 was a "change" election. With the sitting VP as candidate, that meant bold change
andym
Mar 9
#56
if we're really doing this post-mortem analysis then we have to go all the way back to the beginning...
ecstatic
Mar 9
#66