the-rise-of-the-poll-quants-or-the-demise-of-the-tv-pundits

11/6/2012

This article discusses the rise of "poll quants" and their impact on political analysis. It highlights how data-driven analysis and statistical modeling have challenged the traditional role of TV pundits in predicting election outcomes. The article introduces the term "poll quants" to describe professionals who analyze polling data and use statistical methods to make predictions and forecasts. It explores how these poll quants have gained credibility by accurately predicting election results, often surpassing the predictions of seasoned political commentators. The article also touches on the criticism faced by poll quants and the limitations of relying solely on data analysis in understanding complex political dynamics. Overall, it presents a thought-provoking analysis of the changing landscape of political analysis in the age of data-driven decision-making.

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