Norman Muller
Norman Muller is a fictional character from Isaac Asimov's short story 'Franchise,' published in 1955. In the story, Muller is selected by a supercomputer named Multivac to represent the ideal voter in a unique electoral process for the U.S. presidency. His experience highlights the intersection of technology and democracy, leading to his unexpected fame as he grapples with the implications of being chosen based on physiological responses to questions about various political issues. The story serves as a commentary on the nature of voting and the influence of technology in political decision-making.
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Norman Muller is the character chosen by Multivac to elect the president in Asimov's story.
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