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According to the latest numbers released by the Conservative-leaning polling agency with a credible track record, the United States (US) presidential election is likely to be a fight to the finish.
A survey of 1,500 likely voters was conducted between 24 and 26 October by Rasmussen Reports. Here are the highlights of what the survey found:
Methodology
Rasmussen Reports collects data based on an automated polling methodology. The process is identical to that of traditional research firms like Gallup and Roper, but while the latter rely on operator assistance, the automated process employs a digitally-recorded voice to do the interview.
After the data is collected, it’s processed in such a way that all sections of the population, in terms of age, race, gender, political party and so on, are represented. The process also takes into account the state’s voting history, national trends, and recent polling in a particular state or geographic area.
(For all of Rasmussen Reports data, read here.)
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