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Arundati Dandapani, Founder and CEO of Generation1.ca, will contribute to AAPOR 2026 through presentations on Census-Based Microdata and The Nationality Paradox, the latter within a global panel she is chairing. The session also marks an inaugural AAPOR-WAPOR collaboration advancing more inclusive and globally connected research.
Samir Abu Rumman’s pre-US Election article describes the historical accuracy of US public opinion polls in predicting presidential elections, acknowledging notable failures like in 1948 and 2016. It highlights that despite significant advancements in polling techniques, the 2024 election remained too close to call, with candidates polling between 48% and 52%. The piece emphasizes the inherent uncertainties in polling due to sampling errors and shifts in voter sentiment, suggesting a critical need for humility in interpreting predictions during highly competitive elections.
How do professional associations advance the fields of public opinion research? Why does WAPOR stand out in this regard? Samir Abu Rumman, PhD, offers his obsevations on the role of WAPOR in data and insights.
