In possibly our most evenly distributed Attention-Whore Index to date, the first- and last-place finishers were separated by only 22 percentage points. Still, the tally broke distinctly in two: Elon Musk (28.7 percent), Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito (22.6 percent), and Luis Rubiales (21.3 percent) led the way, trailed significantly by second-divisioners Rebecca Hill, Jesse Watters, and the British Museum, that last one an undeniable disappointment. Surely such a distinguished museum can find a way to mislay a few dozen more priceless artifacts and become a serious contender.
The nominees in this week’s edition of the Attention-Whore Index Poll are …