This is but one of many highlights clips of the first of three Presidential
Debates of this election year. There are some interesting nonverbal tells in
this video - and here are a few:
It's a well-documented characteristic of any Presidential debate that the
blink rate of the participants increases significantly. A Crescendo in the rate
of blinking indicates a heightened level of anxiety - and/or deception. It is
certainly understandable to be anxious during any debate - particularly a
presidential one. At various times during this video we can see both candidates
blink rate are dramatically increased. It's important to compare blinking
during these (or any suspected) times to the blink rate earlier and later in
the conversation - and even (in the same person) to different settings on
different days. If the blink rate is indeed increased, there is a solid reason
to suspect increased anxiety or worse.
At the end of the debate, each of the candidates give their closing
statements - in part captured here during 2:58 - 3:24 Note how Mitt
Romney repeatedly elevates up on his toes - even through his feet or lower any
part of his lower extremities are not visible here, we can see his shoulders
jutting up repeatedly. Mitt's adrenaline is flowing and he's elated regarding
his performance and it's manifesting as if he's a little boy before Christmas.
This spontaneous "up on toes" maneuver is a subconscious display of
excitement.
Mitt Romney is showing us his self-critique - and he thinks he hit a home run.
See also:
Mitt Romney is showing us his self-critique - and he thinks he hit a home run.
See also:
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