If Polls Were Wrong in 2016, Can We Trust Them in 2020? Why Polls are More Reliable - TLDR News

If Polls Were Wrong in 2016, Can We Trust Them in 2020? Why Polls are More Reliable - TLDR News

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The video discusses the high levels of anxiety in both political camps during the 2020 election, focusing on polling accuracy and its evolution since 2016. It highlights the errors in state polling in 2016, particularly the underestimation of Trump due to educational factors. The video explains how 2020 polling has improved by accounting for educational weighting and emphasizes the importance of state polls over national ones. It also examines voting trends, such as early voting and fewer undecided voters, and considers the potential impact of these factors on the election outcome.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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