Which Speech Matters More?
Written Jan. 27, 2010 by Larry Rosin in Technology with 0 Comments
As most readers of the Infinite Dial know, our business, Edison Research, has concentrations both in political research and media research.
Later today, two highly anticipated speeches will be delivered. First up, Steve Jobs will finally debut the iPad and then tonight President Obama will deliver his "State of the Union" address.
Which will we remember better five years from now?
I'm reminded of a fascinating poll taken in 1999, at the height of the internet boom. A legitimate pollster asked: "Who is more responsible for the current economy, Bill Clinton or Bill Gates?" Gates won by a large majority.
Americans seem to know instinctively that while the President is vital, the real driver of our advancements don't come from Washington.
I'm betting Mr. Jobs's speech is far more recalled down the line.
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