Slate News What Next TBD: The Polls Weren’t Wrong
Nov 10, 2024
Tatishe M. Nteta, Provost Professor of Political Science and Director of the UMass Poll, breaks down the surprising election results and the misconceptions about polling accuracy. He discusses how polls serve as snapshots of public opinion rather than predictions. Nteta highlights the impact of swing states and voter dissatisfaction, revealing why expectations often don’t match outcomes. He also addresses the evolution of polling technology and the growing skepticism surrounding its reliability, stressing the necessity for restoring public trust in polling.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Election Insights: The Impact of Swing States and Voter Sentiment
01:45 • 2min
Understanding Polling: Insights Over Predictions
03:54 • 4min
The Illusion of Predictive Polls
07:25 • 4min
The Evolution of Polling Technology
11:31 • 5min
Navigating Online Polls and Voter Insights
16:43 • 7min
Rebuilding Trust in Polling: A Necessity for Democracy
23:43 • 4min