2016 Polls: In the Style of 'Mr. Robot'

The transcript discusses various aspects of polling, including different polls like Monmouth and Quinnipiac, and their significance in battleground states. It highlights the importance of understanding polling data, margin of error, and demographics. The discussion also touches on character traits in elections, trustworthiness of candidates, and the scientific art of polling. Additionally, it explores the use of data analytics in political campaigns, particularly Hillary Clinton's persuasion models.

Which polls are mentioned as being conducted in battleground states?

• Pew Research, YouGov, and Ipsos

• Monmouth, CNN, and Gallup

• Fox News, ABC, and NBC

• Reuters, BBC, and Al Jazeera

What is one of Steve's pet peeves regarding polling?

• People who dislike polls

• People who ignore poll results

• People who don't understand the margin of error

• People who overestimate poll accuracy

What is the margin of error in polling?

• A fixed number of votes

• A percentage of the total population

• A random error in data collection

• Plus or minus percentage points

What is the significance of cross tabs in polling?

• They eliminate the margin of error

• They simplify poll results

• They provide detailed demographic analysis

• They help in predicting election outcomes

What is the purpose of Hillary's new persuasion models?

• To predict voter turnout

• To analyze past election results

• To compare different polling methods

• To test the effectiveness of her messages