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HEADLINES ON May 4, 2016
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- Headline: Trump Trails Clinton in Early Polling. Impact: If Trump had somehow managed to win against Clinton, we might have seen a reality TV show presidency that would have altered the fabric of American politics. Think about it: Political debates would be judged on their entertainment value rather than facts. Welcome to the reality show era of democracy!. Fact: Did you know that if you put all the hot air from political debates in a balloon, it could probably float to Mars? Just something to think about..
- Headline: Republican Dissent Amidst Trump's Nomination. Impact: The Republicans publicly supporting Clinton was like the first domino in a chain reaction that eventually led to the party's identity crisis. Who knew that a few disgruntled operatives could spark an existential crisis that would leave historians scratching their heads?. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing more confusing than Republican loyalty during this election was the plot of 'Inception.'.
- Headline: Britney Spears and Her Conservatorship Battle. Impact: Britney breaking free from her conservatorship could have launched a wave of similar movements, inspiring not just pop stars but everyday people to reclaim their independence. Next stop: a world where everyone takes control of their Spotify accounts!. Fact: Did you know that Britney Spears once had a pet snake named 'Lucky'? Lucky probably had more freedom than she did for a while!.
- Headline: Apple, Set to Move to Its Spaceship, Should Try More Moonshots. Impact: Apple's push for innovation led to products that are as mysterious as they are overpriced. Who knows? Without those 'moonshots,' we might still be using flip phones and wondering why our selfies look like potato quality.. Fact: Did you know that Apple products have more followers than most celebrities on social media? Talk about a cult following!.
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NVIDIA - If you invested $1,000 in 2016, it would be worth $220,545 today (220.5x return)