Viper1 on 25 January 2009
The Ron Paul example doesn't work because the GOP didn't want him representing them in the election. Remember, he wasn't in the actual election itself. I saw plenty of real world hype from him by people who have never seen him on the Internet.
You're overall topic is valid though and it's one I've spoken about before. The Internet represents a vocal minority. This happens with any fan driven entertainment. Fan clubs, socials, chat rooms, forums, etc...
In fact, hype rarely ever meets reality.
The rEVOLution is not being televised
