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A linear line chart with years as the X-axis and two variables on the Y-axis. The first variable is Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island and the second variable is Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally.  The chart goes from 1996 to 2016, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As the Republican support surged in Rhode Island, so did the demand for soccer in the state. This led to a grassroots movement to hone local talent, ultimately boosting Frank Lampard's goal tally in the Premier League. Looks like in this case, it was all about scoring bipartisan goals for Lampard!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image of a bustling soccer field in Rhode Island, with young players practicing their skills and emulating their favorite Premier League players. In the background, depict the voting scene for the Republican Presidential candidate, with a subtle surge in support. Include a visual representation of Frank Lampard scoring goals, symbolizing the bipartisan goal-scoring frenzy influenced by the rise of soccer interest and Republican support. Ensure a realistic and engaging depiction of the scene. The depiction should include only scenes, people, and objects, it should not include text or speech bubbles.
This image generation prompt was also generated by AI, using the following sequence:

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You select one of a few potential scene descriptors that seems to go along with the variables described. You respond only with the scene descriptions provided and say nothing else.
User prompt: Here are two variables: Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally. Given these, which of the following image style descriptions seems most appropriate? Pick the one that seems to be related to one of the variables at hand. Please respond with only one of the following potential descriptions: Brutalism Glitch art Macabre Scalar art Realistic
ChatGPT: Realistic

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You describe simple visual scenes that depict the two variables stated. You combine both variables into one scene.
User prompt: Please describe a visual scene that prominently depicts both Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally, in the following situation: As the Republican support surged in Rhode Island, so did the demand for soccer in the state. This led to a grassroots movement to hone local talent, ultimately boosting Frank Lampard's goal tally in the Premier League. Looks like in this case, it was all about scoring bipartisan goals for Lampard!. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In Rhode Island, as people cast their votes for the Republican Presidential candidate, the soccer fields bustled with activity. Young players honed their skills, emulating their favorite players from the Premier League. Among them was Frank Lampard, whose goal tally soared as local talent flourished. The surge in Republican support and the rise of soccer interest merged into a bipartisan goal-scoring frenzy for Lampard.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You write and improve image generation prompts for DALLE-3. You maintain the same subjects, but enhance the visuals.
User prompt: Please respond with an image generation prompt that would be likely to create an interesting visual using DALLE-3, using the following style: [ Realistic ] and depicting this scene: In Rhode Island, as people cast their votes for the Republican Presidential candidate, the soccer fields bustled with activity. Young players honed their skills, emulating their favorite players from the Premier League. Among them was Frank Lampard, whose goal tally soared as local talent flourished. The surge in Republican support and the rise of soccer interest merged into a bipartisan goal-scoring frenzy for Lampard. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image of a bustling soccer field in Rhode Island, with young players practicing their skills and emulating their favorite Premier League players. In the background, depict the voting scene for the Republican Presidential candidate, with a subtle surge in support. Include a visual representation of Frank Lampard scoring goals, symbolizing the bipartisan goal-scoring frenzy influenced by the rise of soccer interest and Republican support. Ensure a realistic and engaging depiction of the scene.

*Variations in the User Prompts from chart to chart are just the result of random number generation in Python. I wrote a few arrays of various styles and methods to ask questions to change up the results. Every time this site writes an explanation or generates an image, the script picks from each at random.

I sequence the requests into multiple prompts because I find GPT 3.5 to perform much better with short, well-managed contexts. Thus, I track the context directly in Python and only ask ChatGPT targeted questions.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106 (fine-tuned)
System prompt: You provide humorous responses in the form of plausible sounding explanations for correlations. You assume the correlation is causative for the purpose of the explanation even if it is ridiculous. You do not chat with the user, you only reply with the causal connection explanation and nothing else.
User prompt: Please make up a funny explanation for how an increase in Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island caused Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally to increase. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Net Gains: An Examination of the Relationship Between Republican Presidential Candidate Votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard’s Premier League Goal Tally

Journal of Sports Analytics and Political Science

Jan 2024

Reminder: This paper is AI-generated. Not real!
Quick note: This sequence is long and repetitive. That's how the prompt engineering works for this one. I manage the output in Python to format it into this PDF.




Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You write titles and abstracts of goofy academic research papers.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, and add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please draft the title and abstract of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Make the title punny if you can come up with clever pun. If not, just make it sound clever.

Your research team used data from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse and Wikipedia to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9547653 and p < 0.01 for 1996 to 2016.

Please respond in this format (replace "Lorem ipsum dolor sit" with your title and abstract)

[[TITLE]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit

[[ABSTRACT]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit



ChatGPT:
[[TITLE]]
Net Gains: An Examination of the Relationship Between Republican Presidential Candidate Votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard’s Premier League Goal Tally

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the curious association between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's goal tally in the Premier League, utilizing data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia. By analyzing the electoral trends from 1996 to 2016, a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9547653 and statistical significance with p < 0.01 were discovered. The implications of these findings are as thought-provoking as they are unexpected, shedding light on the subtle connections between political preferences and soccer statistics. This research demonstrates the importance of considering unconventional variables when exploring sociopolitical phenomena, and it may provide a new angle from which to approach the evaluation of electoral dynamics.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft the introduction section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the introduction section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Net Gains: An Examination of the Relationship Between Republican Presidential Candidate Votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard’s Premier League Goal Tally

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the curious association between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's goal tally in the Premier League, utilizing data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia. By analyzing the electoral trends from 1996 to 2016, a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9547653 and statistical significance with p < 0.01 were discovered. The implications of these findings are as thought-provoking as they are unexpected, shedding light on the subtle connections between political preferences and soccer statistics. This research demonstrates the importance of considering unconventional variables when exploring sociopolitical phenomena, and it may provide a new angle from which to approach the evaluation of electoral dynamics.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
INTRODUCTION

The nexus between electoral preferences and seemingly unrelated variables has long intrigued researchers, with investigations into the associated factors ranging from economic indicators to social demographics. However, the exploration of the relationship between political voting patterns and the performance metrics of a retired English footballer brings a whimsical and unconventional twist to the scholarly discourse.

In this study, we delve into the intriguing correlation between the votes cast for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and the Premier League goal tally of the venerable Frank Lampard. The rationale behind this juxtaposition stems from the notion that seemingly disparate spheres of human activity may, in fact, bear unexpected resemblance in the patterns they exhibit.

The soccer pitch and the political arena are typically considered to be worlds apart, with one being a domain of goal-scoring and tactical prowess, and the other a domain of ideological debates and governance. Nevertheless, our research sets out to debunk the assumption that these domains exist in hermetic isolation, thereby unearthing a potentially illuminative link that appeals to both football enthusiasts and political strategists alike.

By harnessing data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia, we meticulously scrutinize the voting trends in Rhode Island from 1996 to 2016, concurrently tracking the fluctuating goal tally amassed by the prolific midfielder Frank Lampard during his illustrious Premier League career. The correlation coefficient that emerged from this analysis, a striking 0.9547653, with a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, presents a compelling case for further scholarly exploration.

The embedded humor, paradoxical incongruity, and outlandish implications of this research endeavor may well prompt a raised eyebrow or even a bemused chuckle from seasoned academics and casual observers alike. However, as we navigate through the labyrinthine connections between political proclivities and the exploits of a gifted athlete, we are faced with an intellectual journey that transcends the mundane and evokes lighthearted contemplation.

As we embark on this scholarly escapade, we posit that the recounting of electoral dynamics may find an unlikely companion in the footnotes of footballing history, establishing an innovative paradigm for the study of sociopolitical phenomena. This undertaking embodies the essence of interdisciplinary inquiry, unearthing serendipitous correlations and offering a refreshing outlook on the analysis of complex societal dynamics.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft a literature review section of an academic research paper, that starts out dry for the first few sentences but then becomes hilarious and goofy.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up a literature review section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Speak in the present tense for this section (the authors find...), as is common in academic research paper literature reviews. Name the sources in a format similar to this: In "Book," the authors find lorem and ipsum.

Make up the lorem and ipsum part, but make it sound related to the topic at hand.

Start by naming serious-sounding studies by authors like Smith, Doe, and Jones - but then quickly devolve. Name some real non-fiction books that would be related to the topic. Then name some real fiction books that sound like they could be related. Then you might move on to cartoons and children's shows that you watched for research.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Net Gains: An Examination of the Relationship Between Republican Presidential Candidate Votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard’s Premier League Goal Tally

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the curious association between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's goal tally in the Premier League, utilizing data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia. By analyzing the electoral trends from 1996 to 2016, a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9547653 and statistical significance with p < 0.01 were discovered. The implications of these findings are as thought-provoking as they are unexpected, shedding light on the subtle connections between political preferences and soccer statistics. This research demonstrates the importance of considering unconventional variables when exploring sociopolitical phenomena, and it may provide a new angle from which to approach the evaluation of electoral dynamics.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
INTRODUCTION
The nexus between electoral preferences and seemingly unrelated variables has long intrigued researchers, with investigations into the associated factors ranging from economic indicators to social demographics. However, the exploration of the relationship between political voting patterns and the performance metrics of a retired English footballer brings a whimsical and unconventional twist to the scholarly discourse.
In this study, we delve into the intriguing correlation between the votes cast for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and the Premier League goal tally of the venerable Frank Lampard. The rationale behind this juxtaposition stems from the notion that seemingly disparate spheres of human activity may, in fact, bear unexpected resemblance in the patterns they exhibit.
The soccer pitch and the political arena are typically considered to be worlds apart, with one being a domain of goal-scoring and tactical prowess, and the other a domain of ideological debates and governance. Nevertheless, our research sets out to debunk the assumption that these domains exist in hermetic isolation, thereby unearthing a potentially illuminative link that appeals to both football enthusiasts and political strategists alike.
By harnessing data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia, we meticulously scrutinize the voting trends in Rhode Island from 1996 to 2016, concurrently tracking the fluctuating goal tally amassed by the prolific midfielder Frank Lampard during his illustrious Premier League career. The correlation coefficient that emerged from this analysis, a striking 0.9547653, with a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, presents a compelling case for further scholarly exploration.
The embedded humor, paradoxical incongruity, and outlandish implications of this research endeavor may well prompt a raised eyebrow or even a bemused chuckle from seasoned academics and casual observers alike. However, as we navigate through the labyrinthine connections between political proclivities and the exploits of a gifted athlete, we are faced with an intellectual journey that transcends the mundane and evokes lighthearted contemplation.
As we embark on this scholarly escapade, we posit that the recounting of electoral dynamics may find an unlikely companion in the footnotes of footballing history, establishing an innovative paradigm for the study of sociopolitical phenomena. This undertaking embodies the essence of interdisciplinary inquiry, unearthing serendipitous correlations and offering a refreshing outlook on the analysis of complex societal dynamics.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

Several notable studies have sought to disentangle the enigmatic web of connections between ostensibly unrelated phenomena. Smith, in "Political Preferences and Sports Performance," explores the interplay between political proclivities and sporting achievements. Doe, in "Voting Behaviors and Exogenous Variables," investigates the impact of external factors on electoral dynamics. Additionally, Jones, in "Soccer Statistics and Political Prognostications," delves into the uncanny parallels between sports metrics and political trends.

Turning to the realm of non-fiction literature, "Data Analysis in Politics and Sports" by Adams provides a comprehensive overview of statistical methodologies in correlating political and sports phenomena, while "Rhode Island Elections: A Comprehensive Analysis" by Brown offers a detailed examination of electoral patterns in the region. In a departure from scholarly publications, the fictional works "The Goal Scorer's Dilemma" by Black and "The Ballot Box Conundrum" by White offer imaginative narratives that speculate on the whimsical intersections between political elections and soccer prowess.

In an attempt to glean insights from unconventional sources, the researchers have ventured into the realm of popular culture. The animated series "Soccer and Statecraft" and the children's show "Vote for Victory" have been observed with scholarly curiosity to ascertain any subtle references or allegorical representations that may provide inadvertent insights into the correlation under investigation. The whimsical and lighthearted nature of our pursuit is further encapsulated by the team's diligent study of seemingly unrelated cartoons and programs aimed at younger audiences, yielding unexpected observational nuggets and unearthing surprising parallels.

In light of this eclectic array of sources, the authors aim to embark on a scholarly expedition that marries statistical rigor with the nuances of human behavior, infusing a dash of levity and laughter into the often austere landscape of academic inquiry.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft the methodology section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the methodology section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse and Wikipedia . You used data from 1996 to 2016

Make up the research methods you don't know. Make them a bit goofy and convoluted.

Here is the title, abstract, and introduction of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Net Gains: An Examination of the Relationship Between Republican Presidential Candidate Votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard’s Premier League Goal Tally

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the curious association between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's goal tally in the Premier League, utilizing data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia. By analyzing the electoral trends from 1996 to 2016, a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9547653 and statistical significance with p < 0.01 were discovered. The implications of these findings are as thought-provoking as they are unexpected, shedding light on the subtle connections between political preferences and soccer statistics. This research demonstrates the importance of considering unconventional variables when exploring sociopolitical phenomena, and it may provide a new angle from which to approach the evaluation of electoral dynamics.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
INTRODUCTION
The nexus between electoral preferences and seemingly unrelated variables has long intrigued researchers, with investigations into the associated factors ranging from economic indicators to social demographics. However, the exploration of the relationship between political voting patterns and the performance metrics of a retired English footballer brings a whimsical and unconventional twist to the scholarly discourse.
In this study, we delve into the intriguing correlation between the votes cast for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and the Premier League goal tally of the venerable Frank Lampard. The rationale behind this juxtaposition stems from the notion that seemingly disparate spheres of human activity may, in fact, bear unexpected resemblance in the patterns they exhibit.
The soccer pitch and the political arena are typically considered to be worlds apart, with one being a domain of goal-scoring and tactical prowess, and the other a domain of ideological debates and governance. Nevertheless, our research sets out to debunk the assumption that these domains exist in hermetic isolation, thereby unearthing a potentially illuminative link that appeals to both football enthusiasts and political strategists alike.
By harnessing data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia, we meticulously scrutinize the voting trends in Rhode Island from 1996 to 2016, concurrently tracking the fluctuating goal tally amassed by the prolific midfielder Frank Lampard during his illustrious Premier League career. The correlation coefficient that emerged from this analysis, a striking 0.9547653, with a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, presents a compelling case for further scholarly exploration.
The embedded humor, paradoxical incongruity, and outlandish implications of this research endeavor may well prompt a raised eyebrow or even a bemused chuckle from seasoned academics and casual observers alike. However, as we navigate through the labyrinthine connections between political proclivities and the exploits of a gifted athlete, we are faced with an intellectual journey that transcends the mundane and evokes lighthearted contemplation.
As we embark on this scholarly escapade, we posit that the recounting of electoral dynamics may find an unlikely companion in the footnotes of footballing history, establishing an innovative paradigm for the study of sociopolitical phenomena. This undertaking embodies the essence of interdisciplinary inquiry, unearthing serendipitous correlations and offering a refreshing outlook on the analysis of complex societal dynamics.

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

Data Collection:
The data utilized in this study were harvested from various sources, including but not limited to the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia. The electoral data consisted of the recorded votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island from the years 1996 to 2016. The Premier League goal tally of Frank Lampard served as the focal point of the soccer-related data.

Data Cleansing:
Prior to the commencement of analysis, the collected data underwent a rigorous process of cleaning and harmonization. The consistency and accuracy of the electoral data were meticulously verified to ensure data reliability. Concurrently, the soccer statistics pertaining to Frank Lampard's goal tally were scrutinized for anomalies, with particular attention given to mitigating the impact of any outlying data points that might skew the analysis.

Correlation Analysis:
To establish the relationship between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally, a series of sophisticated statistical analyses were performed. The correlation coefficient was computed to quantify the degree of association between the two variables. Additionally, hypothesis testing was conducted to ascertain the statistical significance of the observed correlation, employing a level of significance of p < 0.01.

Time Series Analysis:
Recognizing the temporal dimension inherent in both the electoral voting patterns and the progression of Frank Lampard's career, a time series analysis was undertaken to discern potential patterns and trends across the years under investigation. This approach facilitated the identification of any temporal dynamics that might underline the observed correlation, offering insights into the nuanced interplay between the electoral cycles and the ebb and flow of Lampard's goal-scoring prowess.

Control Variables:
In acknowledgment of the multifaceted nature of electoral preferences and sports performance, several key control variables were considered in the analysis. These encompassed demographic factors, economic indicators, and contextual variables that could potentially confound the relationship between Republican votes and Lampard's goal tally. Each control variable was accorded due attention to mitigate the influence of extraneous factors, thereby enhancing the robustness of the findings.

Limitations:
It is essential to acknowledge the limitations inherent in this study. The reliance on historical data constraints this analysis to a retrospective framework, precluding any inferences regarding causality. Moreover, the potential presence of unobservable or unaccounted variables, albeit mitigated through control variable consideration, may still introduce residual confounding into the observed correlation.

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This methodology section presents a comprehensive overview of the research methods employed in this study. It details the data collection, cleansing, and analysis processes, while also acknowledging the limitations inherent in the research design. The inclusion of time series analysis and control variables demonstrates the thoroughness of the investigative approach, ensuring a nuanced and rigorous examination of the relationship between electoral voting patterns and Premier League goal tallies.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft the results section of an academic research paper. You speak in the past tense (you found...).
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the results section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse and Wikipedia .

For the time period 1996 to 2016, you found a correlation 0.9547653, r-squared of 0.9115769, and p < 0.01.

One figure will be included. The figure (Fig. 1) is a scatterplot showing the strong correlation between the two variables. You don't need to specify where; I will add the figure.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Net Gains: An Examination of the Relationship Between Republican Presidential Candidate Votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard’s Premier League Goal Tally

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the curious association between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's goal tally in the Premier League, utilizing data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia. By analyzing the electoral trends from 1996 to 2016, a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9547653 and statistical significance with p < 0.01 were discovered. The implications of these findings are as thought-provoking as they are unexpected, shedding light on the subtle connections between political preferences and soccer statistics. This research demonstrates the importance of considering unconventional variables when exploring sociopolitical phenomena, and it may provide a new angle from which to approach the evaluation of electoral dynamics.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
INTRODUCTION
The nexus between electoral preferences and seemingly unrelated variables has long intrigued researchers, with investigations into the associated factors ranging from economic indicators to social demographics. However, the exploration of the relationship between political voting patterns and the performance metrics of a retired English footballer brings a whimsical and unconventional twist to the scholarly discourse.
In this study, we delve into the intriguing correlation between the votes cast for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and the Premier League goal tally of the venerable Frank Lampard. The rationale behind this juxtaposition stems from the notion that seemingly disparate spheres of human activity may, in fact, bear unexpected resemblance in the patterns they exhibit.
The soccer pitch and the political arena are typically considered to be worlds apart, with one being a domain of goal-scoring and tactical prowess, and the other a domain of ideological debates and governance. Nevertheless, our research sets out to debunk the assumption that these domains exist in hermetic isolation, thereby unearthing a potentially illuminative link that appeals to both football enthusiasts and political strategists alike.
By harnessing data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia, we meticulously scrutinize the voting trends in Rhode Island from 1996 to 2016, concurrently tracking the fluctuating goal tally amassed by the prolific midfielder Frank Lampard during his illustrious Premier League career. The correlation coefficient that emerged from this analysis, a striking 0.9547653, with a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, presents a compelling case for further scholarly exploration.
The embedded humor, paradoxical incongruity, and outlandish implications of this research endeavor may well prompt a raised eyebrow or even a bemused chuckle from seasoned academics and casual observers alike. However, as we navigate through the labyrinthine connections between political proclivities and the exploits of a gifted athlete, we are faced with an intellectual journey that transcends the mundane and evokes lighthearted contemplation.
As we embark on this scholarly escapade, we posit that the recounting of electoral dynamics may find an unlikely companion in the footnotes of footballing history, establishing an innovative paradigm for the study of sociopolitical phenomena. This undertaking embodies the essence of interdisciplinary inquiry, unearthing serendipitous correlations and offering a refreshing outlook on the analysis of complex societal dynamics.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The results of the analysis revealed a remarkably high correlation coefficient (r = 0.9547653) between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally from 1996 to 2016. This correlation indicates a strong positive linear relationship between the two variables. The coefficient of determination (r-squared = 0.9115769) further corroborates the robustness of this relationship, suggesting that approximately 91.16% of the variability in Lampard's goal tally can be explained by the votes for the Republican candidate in Rhode Island.

The statistical significance of this correlation is underscored by the p-value, which was found to be less than 0.01. This indicates a less than 1% probability that the observed relationship between the two variables is due to random chance alone.

Fig. 1 depicts the scatterplot illustrating the pronounced correlation between the Republican presidential candidate votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally. The figure showcases the compelling linear trend, serving as a visual testament to the unexpected convergence of electoral preferences and athletic achievements.

The implications of these findings are as intriguing as they are unconventional. This unanticipated correlation challenges conventional wisdom and prompts a rethinking of the interplay between socio-political dynamics and individual sporting accomplishments. The unexpected alignment of these two ostensibly unrelated domains offers a tantalizing avenue for further inquiry, inviting scholars to consider the intricate interconnections that may exist beneath the surface of disparate societal phenomena.

This study sheds light on the unexplored nuances of electoral behavior and underscores the potential for unconventional variables to offer insightful perspectives on the multifaceted nature of human preferences and activities. While the peculiar association uncovered in this analysis may elicit bemusement and amusement, it also brings to the fore the serendipitous possibilities that await those willing to venture into uncharted scholarly territories.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft the discussion section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the discussion section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Limit your response to 500 tokens.

Here are the title, abstract, literature review, and results sections. Please harken back to 1-2 of the goofy items in the literature review, but pretend to take them completely seriously. Discuss how your results supported the prior research.

Do not write a conclusion. I will add a conclusion after this.

[[TITLE]]
Net Gains: An Examination of the Relationship Between Republican Presidential Candidate Votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard’s Premier League Goal Tally

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the curious association between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's goal tally in the Premier League, utilizing data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia. By analyzing the electoral trends from 1996 to 2016, a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9547653 and statistical significance with p < 0.01 were discovered. The implications of these findings are as thought-provoking as they are unexpected, shedding light on the subtle connections between political preferences and soccer statistics. This research demonstrates the importance of considering unconventional variables when exploring sociopolitical phenomena, and it may provide a new angle from which to approach the evaluation of electoral dynamics.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
Several notable studies have sought to disentangle the enigmatic web of connections between ostensibly unrelated phenomena. Smith, in "Political Preferences and Sports Performance," explores the interplay between political proclivities and sporting achievements. Doe, in "Voting Behaviors and Exogenous Variables," investigates the impact of external factors on electoral dynamics. Additionally, Jones, in "Soccer Statistics and Political Prognostications," delves into the uncanny parallels between sports metrics and political trends.
Turning to the realm of non-fiction literature, "Data Analysis in Politics and Sports" by Adams provides a comprehensive overview of statistical methodologies in correlating political and sports phenomena, while "Rhode Island Elections: A Comprehensive Analysis" by Brown offers a detailed examination of electoral patterns in the region. In a departure from scholarly publications, the fictional works "The Goal Scorer's Dilemma" by Black and "The Ballot Box Conundrum" by White offer imaginative narratives that speculate on the whimsical intersections between political elections and soccer prowess.
In an attempt to glean insights from unconventional sources, the researchers have ventured into the realm of popular culture. The animated series "Soccer and Statecraft" and the children's show "Vote for Victory" have been observed with scholarly curiosity to ascertain any subtle references or allegorical representations that may provide inadvertent insights into the correlation under investigation. The whimsical and lighthearted nature of our pursuit is further encapsulated by the team's diligent study of seemingly unrelated cartoons and programs aimed at younger audiences, yielding unexpected observational nuggets and unearthing surprising parallels.
In light of this eclectic array of sources, the authors aim to embark on a scholarly expedition that marries statistical rigor with the nuances of human behavior, infusing a dash of levity and laughter into the often austere landscape of academic inquiry.

[[RESULTS]]
The results of the analysis revealed a remarkably high correlation coefficient (r = 0.9547653) between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally from 1996 to 2016. This correlation indicates a strong positive linear relationship between the two variables. The coefficient of determination (r-squared = 0.9115769) further corroborates the robustness of this relationship, suggesting that approximately 91.16% of the variability in Lampard's goal tally can be explained by the votes for the Republican candidate in Rhode Island.
The statistical significance of this correlation is underscored by the p-value, which was found to be less than 0.01. This indicates a less than 1% probability that the observed relationship between the two variables is due to random chance alone.
Fig. 1 depicts the scatterplot illustrating the pronounced correlation between the Republican presidential candidate votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally. The figure showcases the compelling linear trend, serving as a visual testament to the unexpected convergence of electoral preferences and athletic achievements.
The implications of these findings are as intriguing as they are unconventional. This unanticipated correlation challenges conventional wisdom and prompts a rethinking of the interplay between socio-political dynamics and individual sporting accomplishments. The unexpected alignment of these two ostensibly unrelated domains offers a tantalizing avenue for further inquiry, inviting scholars to consider the intricate interconnections that may exist beneath the surface of disparate societal phenomena.
This study sheds light on the unexplored nuances of electoral behavior and underscores the potential for unconventional variables to offer insightful perspectives on the multifaceted nature of human preferences and activities. While the peculiar association uncovered in this analysis may elicit bemusement and amusement, it also brings to the fore the serendipitous possibilities that await those willing to venture into uncharted scholarly territories.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

The present study has yielded remarkable insights into the striking relationship between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally from 1996 to 2016. As anticipated, our findings have corroborated the prior research that hinted at the interplay between political preferences and sporting accomplishments. Smith's work on "Political Preferences and Sports Performance" provided a theoretical foundation for our investigation, and our results have lent empirical support to the notion of a discernible association between the two seemingly disparate domains. It is as though politics and soccer have engaged in an unusual pas de deux, with each influencing the other in unforeseen ways, akin to an intricate play unfolding on the field.

Moreover, the unexpected alignment of electoral dynamics and soccer metrics echoes the speculative musings found in "The Ballot Box Conundrum" by White, a fictional work that whimsically explores the notion of hidden connections between elections and athletic feats. While such literary creations may be intended purely for entertainment, the unanticipated correlation uncovered in our analysis has lent credence to the fertile ground of imagination, hinting at the possibility of improbable ties between seemingly unrelated phenomena. It seems that reality, with its penchant for aberrations, can sometimes rival the boldest of fiction.

The statistical robustness of the correlation coefficient and its concomitant p-value underscore the non-random nature of the relationship discovered in our study, thus lending credence to the hypothesis that there exists a tangible linkage between Republican voting patterns in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's goal-scoring prowess. The compelling linear trend depicted in Fig. 1 serves as a visual testament to the unexpected convergence of electoral preferences and athletic achievements, akin to an intricate dance where each voter's ballot is a step in Lampard's goal-scoring performance.

The implications of our findings extend beyond the realm of statistical significance, challenging conventional wisdom and prompting a recalibration of our understanding of the interplay between socio-political dynamics and individual sporting accomplishments. As we contemplate the serendipitous possibilities that await those willing to venture into uncharted scholarly territories, it becomes clear that the seemingly arbitrary juxtaposition of politics and soccer may indeed hold profound insights into the enigmatic web of human behavior.

In sum, this research underscores the unfathomable complexity of human preferences and activities, offering a tantalizing avenue for further inquiry into the intricate interconnections that may exist beneath the surface of disparate societal phenomena. As the field of academia continues to embrace unconventional variables and unexplored nuances, our study stands as a testament to the unforeseen revelations, hidden just beneath the surface, waiting to be unveiled by the intrepid researcher.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft the discussion section of goofy academic research papers that sounds like it belongs based on the title and abstract provided.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Limit your response to 300 tokens. At the very end, assert that no more research is needed in this area.

Here are the title, abstract, introduction, and results sections.
[[TITLE]]
Net Gains: An Examination of the Relationship Between Republican Presidential Candidate Votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard’s Premier League Goal Tally

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the curious association between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's goal tally in the Premier League, utilizing data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia. By analyzing the electoral trends from 1996 to 2016, a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9547653 and statistical significance with p < 0.01 were discovered. The implications of these findings are as thought-provoking as they are unexpected, shedding light on the subtle connections between political preferences and soccer statistics. This research demonstrates the importance of considering unconventional variables when exploring sociopolitical phenomena, and it may provide a new angle from which to approach the evaluation of electoral dynamics.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
INTRODUCTION
The nexus between electoral preferences and seemingly unrelated variables has long intrigued researchers, with investigations into the associated factors ranging from economic indicators to social demographics. However, the exploration of the relationship between political voting patterns and the performance metrics of a retired English footballer brings a whimsical and unconventional twist to the scholarly discourse.
In this study, we delve into the intriguing correlation between the votes cast for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and the Premier League goal tally of the venerable Frank Lampard. The rationale behind this juxtaposition stems from the notion that seemingly disparate spheres of human activity may, in fact, bear unexpected resemblance in the patterns they exhibit.
The soccer pitch and the political arena are typically considered to be worlds apart, with one being a domain of goal-scoring and tactical prowess, and the other a domain of ideological debates and governance. Nevertheless, our research sets out to debunk the assumption that these domains exist in hermetic isolation, thereby unearthing a potentially illuminative link that appeals to both football enthusiasts and political strategists alike.
By harnessing data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia, we meticulously scrutinize the voting trends in Rhode Island from 1996 to 2016, concurrently tracking the fluctuating goal tally amassed by the prolific midfielder Frank Lampard during his illustrious Premier League career. The correlation coefficient that emerged from this analysis, a striking 0.9547653, with a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, presents a compelling case for further scholarly exploration.
The embedded humor, paradoxical incongruity, and outlandish implications of this research endeavor may well prompt a raised eyebrow or even a bemused chuckle from seasoned academics and casual observers alike. However, as we navigate through the labyrinthine connections between political proclivities and the exploits of a gifted athlete, we are faced with an intellectual journey that transcends the mundane and evokes lighthearted contemplation.
As we embark on this scholarly escapade, we posit that the recounting of electoral dynamics may find an unlikely companion in the footnotes of footballing history, establishing an innovative paradigm for the study of sociopolitical phenomena. This undertaking embodies the essence of interdisciplinary inquiry, unearthing serendipitous correlations and offering a refreshing outlook on the analysis of complex societal dynamics.

[[RESULTS]]
The results of the analysis revealed a remarkably high correlation coefficient (r = 0.9547653) between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally from 1996 to 2016. This correlation indicates a strong positive linear relationship between the two variables. The coefficient of determination (r-squared = 0.9115769) further corroborates the robustness of this relationship, suggesting that approximately 91.16% of the variability in Lampard's goal tally can be explained by the votes for the Republican candidate in Rhode Island.
The statistical significance of this correlation is underscored by the p-value, which was found to be less than 0.01. This indicates a less than 1% probability that the observed relationship between the two variables is due to random chance alone.
Fig. 1 depicts the scatterplot illustrating the pronounced correlation between the Republican presidential candidate votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally. The figure showcases the compelling linear trend, serving as a visual testament to the unexpected convergence of electoral preferences and athletic achievements.
The implications of these findings are as intriguing as they are unconventional. This unanticipated correlation challenges conventional wisdom and prompts a rethinking of the interplay between socio-political dynamics and individual sporting accomplishments. The unexpected alignment of these two ostensibly unrelated domains offers a tantalizing avenue for further inquiry, inviting scholars to consider the intricate interconnections that may exist beneath the surface of disparate societal phenomena.
This study sheds light on the unexplored nuances of electoral behavior and underscores the potential for unconventional variables to offer insightful perspectives on the multifaceted nature of human preferences and activities. While the peculiar association uncovered in this analysis may elicit bemusement and amusement, it also brings to the fore the serendipitous possibilities that await those willing to venture into uncharted scholarly territories.

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, the findings of this study cement the unexpectedly strong correlation between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally. The robust correlation coefficient of 0.9547653, coupled with a p-value of less than 0.01, provides irrefutable evidence of a compelling relationship that transcends the boundaries of traditional socio-political and athletic domains. These results may incite both astonishment and amusement, as they challenge conventional scholarly paradigms and illuminate the potential for unorthodox variables to unveil unprecedented insights into human behavior.

The notion that the electoral inclinations of a region might mirror the goal-scoring prowess of a celebrated footballer might initially appear whimsical, but the statistical evidence presented here elevates this association to a level of significance that demands thoughtful consideration. While the precise mechanisms underlying this association remain enigmatic, the correlation urges a revision of the traditional understanding of sociopolitical phenomena and athletic achievements, prompting one to ponder the intricate interplay between seemingly unrelated spheres of human endeavor.

This investigation not only illustrates the serendipitous nature of scholarly inquiry but also underscores the need to approach complex societal dynamics with an open and unprejudiced mind, ready to recognize and explore connections that may initially seem whimsical or far-fetched. Perhaps, in the enigmatic tapestry of human activities, the unexpected convergence of political preferences and athletic exploits offers a tantalizing glimpse into the interconnectedness of human preferences and actions, beckoning scholars to unearth further unconventional correlations that may lie concealed beneath the surface of everyday observations.

Thus, it is with resounding conviction that this study asserts the significance of considering the unanticipated convergences that yield valuable scholarly insights. The investigation of the relationship between votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally has provided a refreshing perspective on sociopolitical dynamics, enriching the scholarly discourse with an unexpected and entertaining dimension. As such, we firmly contend that this research has exhaustively explored the correlation and confidently assert that no further inquiry in this area is warranted.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide fictional names of academic journals. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide the name of a funny but plausible sounding research, scientific, or academic journal that would publish a paper entited Net Gains: An Examination of the Relationship Between Republican Presidential Candidate Votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard’s Premier League Goal Tally. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

Journal of Sports Analytics and Political Science


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide fictional names of nonprofit research organizations and associations. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide the name of a funny but plausible sounding nonprofit, academic, or scientific association or organization that would sponsor research that resulted in a paper entited Net Gains: An Examination of the Relationship Between Republican Presidential Candidate Votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard’s Premier League Goal Tally. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Society for Quirky Research Studies


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide potential search keywords separated by commas. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide potential search keywords for a paper titled Net Gains: An Examination of the Relationship Between Republican Presidential Candidate Votes in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard’s Premier League Goal Tally with an abstract of This study examines the curious association between the votes for the Republican presidential candidate in Rhode Island and Frank Lampard's goal tally in the Premier League, utilizing data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and Wikipedia. By analyzing the electoral trends from 1996 to 2016, a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9547653 and statistical significance with p < 0.01 were discovered. The implications of these findings are as thought-provoking as they are unexpected, shedding light on the subtle connections between political preferences and soccer statistics. This research demonstrates the importance of considering unconventional variables when exploring sociopolitical phenomena, and it may provide a new angle from which to approach the evaluation of electoral dynamics.

ChatGPT:

Rhode Island, Republican presidential candidate votes, Frank Lampard, Premier League, goal tally, correlation coefficient, electoral trends, political preferences, soccer statistics, sociopolitical phenomena, unconventional variables, electoral dynamics

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Data details

Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island
Detailed data title: Total votes cast for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island
Source: MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse
See what else correlates with Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island

Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally
Source: Wikipedia
See what else correlates with Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally

Correlation r = 0.9547653 (Pearson correlation coefficient)
Correlation is a measure of how much the variables move together. If it is 0.99, when one goes up the other goes up. If it is 0.02, the connection is very weak or non-existent. If it is -0.99, then when one goes up the other goes down. If it is 1.00, you probably messed up your correlation function.

r2 = 0.9115769 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 91.2% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island) over the 6 years from 1996 through 2016.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 0.00302. 0.0030229814499505847000000000
The p-value is a measure of how probable it is that we would randomly find a result this extreme. More specifically the p-value is a measure of how probable it is that we would randomly find a result this extreme if we had only tested one pair of variables one time.

But I am a p-villain. I absolutely did not test only one pair of variables one time. I correlated hundreds of millions of pairs of variables. I threw boatloads of data into an industrial-sized blender to find this correlation.

Who is going to stop me? p-value reporting doesn't require me to report how many calculations I had to go through in order to find a low p-value!
On average, you will find a correaltion as strong as 0.95 in 0.302% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 331 random variables Which I absolutely did.
with the same 5 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 5 because we have two variables measured over a period of 6 years. It's just the number of years minus ( the number of variables minus one ), which in this case simplifies to the number of years minus one.
you would randomly expect to find a correlation as strong as this one.

[ 0.64, 1 ] 95% correlation confidence interval (using the Fisher z-transformation)
The confidence interval is an estimate the range of the value of the correlation coefficient, using the correlation itself as an input. The values are meant to be the low and high end of the correlation coefficient with 95% confidence.

This one is a bit more complciated than the other calculations, but I include it because many people have been pushing for confidence intervals instead of p-value calculations (for example: NEJM. However, if you are dredging data, you can reliably find yourself in the 5%. That's my goal!


All values for the years included above: If I were being very sneaky, I could trim years from the beginning or end of the datasets to increase the correlation on some pairs of variables. I don't do that because there are already plenty of correlations in my database without monkeying with the years.

Still, sometimes one of the variables has more years of data available than the other. This page only shows the overlapping years. To see all the years, click on "See what else correlates with..." link above.
199620002004200820122016
Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island (Total votes)104683130555169046165391157204180543
Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally (Goals scored)1710101112




Why this works

  1. Data dredging: I have 25,153 variables in my database. I compare all these variables against each other to find ones that randomly match up. That's 632,673,409 correlation calculations! This is called “data dredging.” Instead of starting with a hypothesis and testing it, I instead abused the data to see what correlations shake out. It’s a dangerous way to go about analysis, because any sufficiently large dataset will yield strong correlations completely at random.
  2. Lack of causal connection: There is probably Because these pages are automatically generated, it's possible that the two variables you are viewing are in fact causually related. I take steps to prevent the obvious ones from showing on the site (I don't let data about the weather in one city correlate with the weather in a neighboring city, for example), but sometimes they still pop up. If they are related, cool! You found a loophole.
    no direct connection between these variables, despite what the AI says above. This is exacerbated by the fact that I used "Years" as the base variable. Lots of things happen in a year that are not related to each other! Most studies would use something like "one person" in stead of "one year" to be the "thing" studied.
  3. Observations not independent: For many variables, sequential years are not independent of each other. If a population of people is continuously doing something every day, there is no reason to think they would suddenly change how they are doing that thing on January 1. A simple Personally I don't find any p-value calculation to be 'simple,' but you know what I mean.
    p-value calculation does not take this into account, so mathematically it appears less probable than it really is.
  4. Very low n: There are not many data points included in this analysis. Even if the p-value is high, we should be suspicious of using so few datapoints in a correlation.
  5. Y-axis doesn't start at zero: I truncated the Y-axes of the graph above. I also used a line graph, which makes the visual connection stand out more than it deserves. Nothing against line graphs. They are great at telling a story when you have linear data! But visually it is deceptive because the only data is at the points on the graph, not the lines on the graph. In between each point, the data could have been doing anything. Like going for a random walk by itself!
    Mathematically what I showed is true, but it is intentionally misleading. Below is the same chart but with both Y-axes starting at zero.




Try it yourself

You can calculate the values on this page on your own! Try running the Python code to see the calculation results. Step 1: Download and install Python on your computer.

Step 2: Open a plaintext editor like Notepad and paste the code below into it.

Step 3: Save the file as "calculate_correlation.py" in a place you will remember, like your desktop. Copy the file location to your clipboard. On Windows, you can right-click the file and click "Properties," and then copy what comes after "Location:" As an example, on my computer the location is "C:\Users\tyler\Desktop"

Step 4: Open a command line window. For example, by pressing start and typing "cmd" and them pressing enter.

Step 5: Install the required modules by typing "pip install numpy", then pressing enter, then typing "pip install scipy", then pressing enter.

Step 6: Navigate to the location where you saved the Python file by using the "cd" command. For example, I would type "cd C:\Users\tyler\Desktop" and push enter.

Step 7: Run the Python script by typing "python calculate_correlation.py"

If you run into any issues, I suggest asking ChatGPT to walk you through installing Python and running the code below on your system. Try this question:

"Walk me through installing Python on my computer to run a script that uses scipy and numpy. Go step-by-step and ask me to confirm before moving on. Start by asking me questions about my operating system so that you know how to proceed. Assume I want the simplest installation with the latest version of Python and that I do not currently have any of the necessary elements installed. Remember to only give me one step per response and confirm I have done it before proceeding."


# These modules make it easier to perform the calculation
import numpy as np
from scipy import stats

# We'll define a function that we can call to return the correlation calculations
def calculate_correlation(array1, array2):

    # Calculate Pearson correlation coefficient and p-value
    correlation, p_value = stats.pearsonr(array1, array2)

    # Calculate R-squared as the square of the correlation coefficient
    r_squared = correlation**2

    return correlation, r_squared, p_value

# These are the arrays for the variables shown on this page, but you can modify them to be any two sets of numbers
array_1 = np.array([104683,130555,169046,165391,157204,180543,])
array_2 = np.array([1,7,10,10,11,12,])
array_1_name = "Votes for the Republican Presidential candidate in Rhode Island"
array_2_name = "Frank Lampard's Premier League goal tally"

# Perform the calculation
print(f"Calculating the correlation between {array_1_name} and {array_2_name}...")
correlation, r_squared, p_value = calculate_correlation(array_1, array_2)

# Print the results
print("Correlation Coefficient:", correlation)
print("R-squared:", r_squared)
print("P-value:", p_value)



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