Sat, November 30, 2024

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

How an Astrophysicist Became the Most Accurate Political Forecaster in Canada

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

The Senate's New Farm Bill Would Prioritize Climate. Too Bad It's Doomed.

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Only Raj and Uddhav can decide on joining hands: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Disinformation Transformed Miami Politics. This Radio Station Is One Reason Why.

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

2 Government Employee Terminated In Jammu & Kashmir For Links To Hezbollah

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

George Washington first again with ornament of Houdon statue

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Trump disavowed Project 2025. Now he's hiring its contributors for his administration

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Prime Minister Trudeau meets Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Louise Haigh resigns as transport secretary over stolen phone fraud offence

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Democrats Weigh Dumping Nadler, Regrouping to Counter Trump

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Kamala Harris for president in '28? How about Gavin Newsom? Who are the early front-runners?

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Virginia: Solar, data centers, carbon top environmentalists' lists for session

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Many in Louisiana think flood insurance is broken. But what can be done about it?

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Prime Minister Trudeau's plane lands near Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Trudeau lands in Palm Beach, Fla. to meet with president-elect Trump, sources say

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Sambhal violence: Samajwadi Party calls for 'truth-based investigation'

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Irish party leader gives birth on election day

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Understanding the EFF's defections: impacts on MK Party and South African politics

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Besigye's arrest and the tragedy of our politics

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Maharashtra Government Formation Delayed For Next Week Due To Political Turmoil

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

'We've have had enough of Starmer's lies' warns farming leader ahead of London showdown

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Ottawa to announce border-security measures in coming weeks, says senior official

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Maharashtra CM news live: Shiv Sena hints at major decision today

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Why Victoria's privacy chief is so worried about facial-recognition technology

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

New European Commission takes hold in a polarised EU

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

'An existential issue': Property speculation threatening Victoria's food bowl

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Election 2024 live updates: Exit poll shows tight .. en main three parties as counting to begin at 9am

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

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[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Politics latest: First Starmer cabinet member quits amid scandal; MPs to debate assisted dying

[ Sat, Nov 30th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

The general election campaign: the highs, the lows, and the outright clangers
Fri, November 29, 2024

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Deuba and Thapa are now working closely. How long will the bonhomie last?

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Brooks and Capehart on the dismissal of Trump's federal cases

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

An influx of outsiders and money turns Montana Republican, culminating in a Senate triumph

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Trudeau in Florida to meet with Donald Trump in wake of tariff threat

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

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[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

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[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

UK Prime Minister Threatened To Arrest Those Calling for New Election?

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Musk joins Trump and family for Thanksgiving at Mar-a-Lago

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

APC Members Reject PDP Defectors in Ondo, Give Reason

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Government plane that usually carries Trudeau appears headed for Palm Beach, Florida

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Oregon State Rep. Pam Marsh has been appointed to a House leadership role

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Retired Texas teachers could see a bump in Social Security payments under proposal in Congress

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Once The Playground Of The Rich, Wyoming's Ranch A Makes A Comeback

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Shattered and betrayed by Albanese's political moves

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Liberals and NDP pass bill to enact 2-month GST break from December 14 to February 15

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

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[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

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[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Both Republicans and Democrats are optimistic about WA's 2024 election results. Here's why

How an Astrophysicist Became the Most Accurate Political Forecaster in Canada

B y day, Philippe J. Fournier teaches physics and astronomy at Cégep de Saint-Laurent in Montreal. His evenings and weekends, however, are devoted to a very different kind of expertise—election modelling.
The article from The Walrus discusses how Canadian astrophysicist Philip Lagassé, known for his work in political science, has become one of Canada's most accurate political forecasters. Lagassé, who initially pursued astrophysics, transitioned into political science after realizing his passion for understanding political systems. His unique approach combines quantitative analysis with qualitative insights, allowing him to predict election outcomes with remarkable precision. His forecasting model, which he developed over years, integrates historical voting patterns, current polls, and socio-economic factors. Lagassé's success is attributed to his meticulous attention to detail, his interdisciplinary background, and his ability to adapt his models to the nuances of Canadian politics. His work has not only earned him recognition but also highlighted the potential of applying scientific methods to the unpredictability of political events.

Read the Full The Walrus Article at:
[ https://thewalrus.ca/how-an-astrophysicist-became-the-most-accurate-political-forecaster-in-canada/ ]