Speaking of algorithms, a few weeks ago SCOWstats ran SCOW’s majority opinions through one called Linguistic Word Inquiry Count to determine which justice used, for example, the biggest or most emotional words or displayed the most analytical thinking, clout and so forth. In this post, SCOWstats applies the same tool to dissenting opinions and finds some surprising results.
Text analysis of Wisconsin Supreme Court dissents
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