In this insightful discussion, Josh Clinton, a Political Science professor at Vanderbilt University, and Amnon Cavari from Reichman University, delve into the troubling decline in poll response rates. They reveal how this trend skews public opinion representation, with Democrats more likely to participate than Republicans or Independents. They highlight that the disengaged, often less educated citizens, are missing from surveys, leading to exaggerated perceptions of polarization. The conversation emphasizes the need for refined methodologies to accurately capture the diverse American electorate.
