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Article: Nobel Peace Prize misconceptions
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- The Patriot Ledger Quincy, MA
- Article date:
- October 10, 2009
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Myth: The awards committee announces a shortlist of candidates.
The committee does not release the names of any candidates and
keeps records sealed for 50 years.
Myth: A campaign for a particular candidate can sway the awards
committee.
A campaign could have the exact opposite effect on the fiercely
independent committee, which does not want to appear influenced by
public pressure.
Myth: Candidates can be nominated until the last minute.
The nomination deadline is eight months ...