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What is a Push Poll?

 , updated on July 23, 2023
A push poll is a survey or poll that isn't designed to collect data but rather to influence or sell something. This is most common amongst political campaigns and is widely viewed as a political trick and disingenuous practice.

Example

How do you feel about Mr. Smith's plan to destroy local jobs and ship them overseas?
Overview: Push Poll
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Influence
politics
Definition
A poll that is designed to influence under the guise of collecting data.
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