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How To Read Polls In 2024

FiveThirtyEight Politics

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The Power of Poll Averages

This chapter emphasizes the significance of focusing on average polling data rather than getting sidetracked by outlier polls. It explores how accurate polling requires integrating all results, even those that may seem unconventional or misleading, to better understand voter sentiment and electoral trends. Additionally, it highlights the complexities involved in interpreting polling data and the need for expertise to navigate its inherent imperfections.

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