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But this year was different: web-based groups decided to take action, establishing a Facebook page called "RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE FOR CHRISTMAS NO.1". It accrued almost 1 million fans, all vying to make "Killing in The Name" the number one record this Christmas.
Tonight, the campaign proved successful: "Killing in the Name" sold around 500,000 copies, versus 450,000 for McElderry. It's the first UK number one for RATM, and proof that Internet campaigns can turn the tables.