Law, Business And Politics
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Holiday sale backlash: Do consumers think cheap prices mean cheap products?
Vanderbilt research looks at how consumers value products based on price and popularity. Read MoreNov 15, 2012
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They spent a total of $1 billion on TV ads, but most were instantly forgettable鈥攁nd none swayed opinion. Next time, writes John G. Geer, make the ads memorable.
Nov 13, 2012
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Obama/Romney negative ads continue to strike out: Vanderbilt/YouGov surveys
Negative advertising may be obligatory in the presidential campaign, but it doesn't seem to be paying off this time around when it comes to changing voter's minds. 鈥淚t looks like we are way past much bang for the buck with these ads,鈥 said John Geer of Vanderbilt University. Read MoreOct 26, 2012
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David Owens, professor of the practice of management and innovation at Owen Graduate School of Management, will teach a strategic innovation course as part of Vanderbilt鈥檚 first online Coursera offerings.
Oct 22, 2012
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Democrats dig Big Bird; Republicans not so much
At the moment, Republicans and Democrats can鈥檛 even agree on the appeal of a giant yellow Muppet. Democrats gave Big Bird a favorable rating by an 85 percent margin. Only 55 percent of Republicans held that view. Read MoreOct 12, 2012
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One dominant debate not enough to put Romney over: Vanderbilt/YouGov
Despite Mitt Romney鈥檚 dominant performance in the first presidential debate, President Obama鈥檚 favorability rating has been hovering around 50 percent, not enough deterioration to turn the election around for the challenger. Read MoreOct 10, 2012
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Obsession with stock prices hurting economy: Vanderbilt professor
The fixation on maximizing shareholder value for stockholders at the expense of other stakeholders poses a serious threat to the American economy, said Vanderbilt Law School professor Margaret Blair. Read MoreOct 4, 2012
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One of two Romney approaches offers his best chance: Vanderbilt analysis
Mitt Romney can still win the presidential election if he can convince Americans he has the best plan to reinvigorate the economy, according to analysis by Vanderbilt professor John Geer of two new ads released by Romney鈥檚 campaign. Read MoreOct 2, 2012
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Dwindling undecided voters have lost much of their power
There now is only a small and ever dwindling chance that the remaining undecided voters might influence the outcome of the presidential election, said a Vanderbilt University political scientist. Read MoreSep 26, 2012
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Romney not hurt much in aftermath of 鈥47 percent鈥 clip: Vanderbilt survey
The video of Mitt Romney dismissing 47 percent of Americans as unreachable by Republicans had little effect on swing voters who will probably decide the Nov. 4 election. Read MoreSep 20, 2012
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Steps toward ending gridlock in Congress
Hope is being offered by Vanderbilt professor Marc Hetherington and a colleague that generational turnover and a few adjustments now could cause the end of gridlock in Congress in the long run. Read MoreSep 19, 2012
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New Obama attack ad fails to make impact
A new attack ad that chides Mitt Romney for refusing to release more of his tax return information is failing to spark much of a reaction. Read MoreSep 18, 2012
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Romney appears to be losing traction with swing voters: Vanderbilt survey
A new survey from the Vanderbilt University/YouGov Ad Rating Project shows that the latest attack ad aimed at President Obama is not working as well as previous efforts. Read MoreSep 13, 2012
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Bill Clinton better at rallying the Democratic base than Obama: study
The latest political ad to be rated by the Vanderbilt/YouGov Ad Rating Project shows former president Bill Clinton doing a better job of rallying Democratic voters to re-elect President Obama than the president himself. Read MoreAug 28, 2012
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Anti-Obama attack ad finally earns Romney points among independent voters
One of Mitt Romney鈥檚 latest campaign commercials against President Barack Obama seems to be hitting a nerve among independent voters, data from the Vanderbilt/YouGov Ad Rating Project shows. Read MoreAug 21, 2012
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Get motivated and stay motivated: Eight keys for pursuing long-term goals
Setting a goal鈥攁nd sticking to it鈥攃an be difficult for anyone. A new study co-authored by Vanderbilt management and sociology professor Bruce Barry examines how certain types of professionals sustain their motivation and enthusiasm over very long periods. Read MoreAug 16, 2012
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Negative ad proves more effective for Obama
Positive ads from President Obama won't get the job done of defeating challenger Mitt Romney in the presidential race, data from the Vanderbilt/YouGov Ad Rating Project continues to suggest. Read MoreAug 7, 2012
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Celebrity endorsements: the more we know, the less we like
When it comes to using a star to endorse a product, new Vanderbilt research finds the less people know about the celebrity鈥檚 personal opinions, the better. Read MoreAug 3, 2012
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Reaction to recent positive Obama ad indicates negative strategy would be better
Nearly a third of American voters finds a new 鈥榩ositive鈥 ad by President Obama contrasting his approach to the economy with that of Mitt Romney to be 'disgusting.' Read MoreJul 30, 2012
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Vanderbilt and YouGov team up to survey reactions to campaign ads
Voter reaction to campaign advertisements by the presidential candidates will be evaluated this fall through a partnership between Vanderbilt University and YouGov, a prominent research firm. Read MoreJul 23, 2012