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Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast

Lawrence O'Donnell, Jeff Zients & John Della Volpe

Sep 20, 2023
Lawrence O'Donnell imagines TV from a Trump house arrest. Jeff Zients details Biden's moves to negotiate drug prices. John Della Volpe measures grains of salt with polls.
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  • Polls can be used as propaganda and shape narratives instead of providing true insights.
  • Partisanship influences polling results, leading to polarized views even on non-partisan issues.

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Polling and the Disconnect with Everyday Americans

There is a disconnect between the media polls and what everyday Americans care about. Polls are being used as propaganda, shaping narratives rather than providing true insights. Polling based on probability sampling is more accurate and can utilize various methods like telephone, mobile phone, or internet-based surveys. However, convenience sampling and biased questioning can lead to misleading results. There is also a lack of curiosity in polling, with repetitive questions that don't capture the nuances of public opinion. This disconnect can fuel cynicism and disincentivize voter participation.

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