Physical Proximity Outweighs Online Ties in Predicting Us Voting Outcomes
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A study found that physical proximity has a stronger influence on US voting outcomes than online ties, challenging the notion that social media dominates electoral behavior. The lack of discussion on the item suggests a muted response from the HN community.
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