* Political scientist Elinor Ostrom on Time’s list of 100 Most Influential People.
* Walter Shapiro: “Good reporters would not be swayed if prominent Realtors trumpeted the benefits of home ownership over renting, but there is a long tradition of glossing over the built-in bias of campaign ad-makers and strategists when they prophesize doom if candidates fail to raise more money to pay for their services.”
* Nice post by Nate Silver on Romney’s favorability ratings.
* Budget infographics, courtesy of the CBO.
* Even real estate websites have something to cover in this presidential campaign.
