"Poll Position" w/ Scott Clement, Polling Director - Washington Post

Faithful Politics

Let's be honest, when you see a poll that favors a position you support you are quick to assume it's accurate, but when one doesn't seem to match up with a belief of yours you are quick to dismiss it. Don't worry, we took a poll of all the people who read these descriptions and determined that you are not alone. This week, Josh and Will unpack some of the science behind polls with Scott Clement, The Washington Post Polling Director. Scott talks with the guys about polling accuracy, and how various factors can influence the results. They also talk about how the world of polling has evolved over the years and how it's constantly improving. If you have questions about polling, there's a good chance it was asked in this interview!
Guest Bio:
Scott Clement is the polling director for The Washington Post, conducting national and local polls about politics, elections and social issues. He began his career with the ABC News Polling Unit and came to The Post in 2011 after conducting surveys with the Pew Research Center's Religion and Public Life Project.

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