Renowned Pollster Ann Selzer Retires Amid Iowa Poll Controversy
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Renowned pollster J Ann Selzer, known for her accurate predictions in past elections, announced her departure from polling after her recent Iowa survey inaccurately forecasted a lead for Kamala Harris over Donald Trump, missing the actual result by 16 points. Despite her strong track record, Selzer acknowledged the humbling nature of polling and the challenges of estimation. The Des Moines Register is reviewing its polling methods following the unexpected outcome, as Trump secured a decisive victory in Iowa and the electoral college.
- ‘Queen of polling’ J Ann Selzer quits after Iowa survey missed by 16 points The Guardian US
- Pollster Ann Selzer ending election polling, moving 'to other ventures and opportunities' Des Moines Register
- Veteran pollster announces she's moving on 'to other ventures' after backlash to bombshell Iowa poll Fox News
- Trump demands investigation of pollster who showed Iowa lead for Kamala Harris USA TODAY
- Ann Selzer Announces End of Election Polling Operation The New York Times
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