Episode 147
DAVID WASSERMAN of the COOK POLITICAL REPORT on Analyzing the Crazy 2024 Elections

How should we be analyzing the crazy 2024 elections? Coming off of the Iowa Caucuses and with almost a week before the New Hampshire Primary, the United States is in full swing for one of the zaniest election cycles in memory.

With histrionics coming from both sides, it’s hard to separate the signal from the noise. The stakes for the 2024 election cycle couldn’t be higher, but the confusion and distrust around the process is at its all-time highs.

Enter David Wasserman.

David is Senior Editor & Elections Analyst for The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter.

Recognized as one of the nation’s top election forecasters, David leads the development of key data visualizations and new product development.

He manages CPR’s coverage of the US House of Representatives and redistricting developments.

Founded in 1984, The Cook Political Report provides analyses of Presidential, U.S. Senate, House and gubernatorial races. The New York Times has called the Report “a newsletter both parties regard as authoritative.”

Polling- ANALYZING THE CRAZY 2024 ELECTIONS

Polling is an intimate look at the mindset of the population (or at least a certain part of it). However, it is far from a perfect science. What is involved in polling and what are the common poll limitations? Are there significant changes with technology in the way polling has been conducted or are the questions different?

The current state for the presidential candidates, congress and major state races

What are the things we should look for during primary season?

With that in mind, what are the battle ground states and counties?

How much does Gerrymandering fit into the outcome this cycle (NY case- especially with Congress)?

What are the Six States We Should Focus on?

Arizona

Georgia

Nevada

Michigan

Pennsylvania

Wisconsin

Who are some of the Dark Horses?
Against this backdrop, do you have any Crazy Predictions?
To stay on top of this, where do we find David Wasserman?

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