Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt

280: What The Polls Tell Us with Jim Gerstein & Dr. Whit Ayers

Oct 31, 2024

Jim Gerstein, a seasoned pollster at GBAO Strategies, and Dr. Whit Ayres, a Republican pollster known for his insightful election analysis, join the discussion. They dive deep into the polling dynamics leading up to the election, revealing what undecided voters are really thinking. Key issues like abortion rights and ticket splitting emerge as crucial factors in this polarized landscape. They also evaluate Colin Allred’s chances against Ted Cruz in Texas, shedding light on voting trends and the impact of campaign strategies.

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Intro

00:00 • 4min

Trump's Persona and Political Tactics

03:53 • 9min

Exciting Guest and Meal Kit Magic

12:31 • 4min

Polling Dynamics in a Competitive Race

16:46 • 14min

Polling Dynamics in Trump's Campaign

31:12 • 16min

Winning is Everything Stupid: A Political Journey

47:21 • 10min

Integrity and Leadership: The Coats Conundrum

57:20 • 2min

Voter Loyalty and Luxurious Laundry Solutions

59:12 • 4min

Puerto Rican Identity and Political Dynamics

01:03:10 • 11min

Political Insights and Upcoming Events

01:14:23 • 2min

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James and Al share their takes on the candidates' closing arguments, contextualize Biden’s garbage comment, and examine the effect of Trump’s MSG rally before welcoming pollsters Jim Gerstein and Dr. Whit Ayers. They discuss the numbers going into the final week of the election, explore the most significant issues influencing voters, debate how the undecided might break, compare what we see to recent elections, and weigh the chances Colin Allred has of defeating Ted Cruz in the race for the Texas Senate seat.

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