Which of the following would be considered expert testimony in the world of politics and, therefore, more valid than opinion?
A.
According to a watchdog group, Sara has a 99% rate of returning citizen phone calls and should be elected.
B.
According to her grandmother, Sara finds helping people to be the most rewarding part of her life and should be elected.
C.
According to one of her neighbors, Sara cares about the people she represents and fights for what they believe in and should be elected.
D.
According to the governor, Sara has never given up on anyone who needed her help and should be elected.

Question

Which of the following would be considered expert testimony in the world of politics and, therefore, more valid than opinion?
A.
According to a watchdog group, Sara has a 99% rate of returning citizen phone calls and should be elected. 
B.
According to her grandmother, Sara finds helping people to be the most rewarding part of her life and should be elected. 
C.
According to one of her neighbors, Sara cares about the people she represents and fights for what they believe in and should be elected. 
D.
According to the governor, Sara has never given up on anyone who needed her help and should be elected.

sillybilly123 · Answer

Tricky.

Is this a real academic pursuit?

Post-Trump it's all admissible and carries the same weight.  It kinda depends upon the IQ of the recipient.

sillybilly123 · Answer

A watchdog group "sounds" independent, whereas you may have personal or professional relationships with your gran/neighbour/Governor (ie boss)

But the watchdog could be politically aligned with your cause