Dem strategist sets the record straight on inflated right-wing election polls

Democratic strategists are making the case that right-leaning organizations are flooding the polls, leading to an inflated sense that Trump could dominate on Election Day. Tom Bonier and Vaughn Hillyard join The Weekend to set the record straight. 

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[bard]

This isn't only about the right-wing polls. It is also about the media wanting a close race. For ratings

[thatguy]

I will never, ever understand how someone would willingly sit out any POTUS race, especially this one. It hurts me to even think about it.

[pasilu]

Republican votes do not mean they're all for Trump.

[ruthholec]

The rallies alone show the difference.

[benobeno]

the poll was never right.. who knew in 2020 Biden would have won GA and AZ

[planecrazyts-sl]

30+ Republican polls dumped in 1 week versus 1 Democratic poll and 23 "neutral pools" does not mean a close race it's just manipulating the averages by GOP

[marcelleclair]

It's not a bad thing that polls are close. Motivates people to go vote.

[Milaperadotti]

Not all republicans are voting for Trump

[studlydoright]

How can any True American in this great Country vote for Trump or any Republican
After January 6, 2021.

[jean-marcbergevin]

Finally Bonier is someone who understand the problem with pollsters, even if honest it is almost impossible to know who will vote, who will vote will determine the results. This is why the ground game will determine the winner, and Dems are better prepared for this.

[ty-lwb]

Lots of people have been saying this is not as close as some make it seem! Already voted and also getting my people to the polls early. With what we are witnessing all around us, those "tight" polls seem inaccurate. But go vote early guys. It takes a couple of minutes, no long lines. But even if there are long lines, Gen Zs said that's what they are good at, long hours for Taylor Swift's tickets and new iPhone drops. So they are not deterred by long lines and I see young people voting amazingly. They almost see it as a challenge, which is quite impressive to see! 💙💙💙💙

[laura]

8 people in my family here in a Red State. All Registered Republicans.
We are all voting for the ONLY choice.
HARRIS/WALZ

[jadawin]

Another point is how many of those MAGA faithful ended up walking in freezing temps from that no show rally?

[JobanyMilito]

I hope we all know that it doesn't matter who is in the 'top job' because this is a systemic problem -- greed. We have allowed many of our economic sectors, to take advantage of the American people. It's disgusting and frightening for the future of our country. My wife and I will be retiring in the next two years n another country. We are absolutely worried that SSI will no longer be funded. we'll have to rely on my pension, a 403 (b) and a very prolific lnvestment account with my Abby Joseph Cohen my FA. Our national debt is bloating and expanding every month. Our government needs to get spending under control and cut the federal budget.

[josephmarzullo]

America is so ‘free’ that even a traitor can run for POTUS. Amazing

[lazersly]

I remember 2012 where the media and pollsters were saying for months that Obama and Romney were neck and neck. Then when everyone voted, it wasn't even close.

[DavidJ]

I like presidential candidates that don't hide from the press

[jkev]

I like presidents who aren't incontinent.

[Annie-cqbi]

Like his ego, Trump inflates everything

[shelbyng]

The BEST ADVISE I've heard so far: "Focus on voting and don't pay attention to the polls". VOTE BLUE, VOTE BLUE, VOTE BLUE, VOTE BLUE, VOTE BLUE, VOTE BLUE!!! 💙💙💙💙💙💙