Comfortable Quote by Newt Gingrich
“When you do a computerized poll, where people are comfortable, Donald Trump vote goes up very dramatically. And I think people don't realize the effort by the elite media, the totally dishonest effort to submerge him, has had an effect.”
About This Quote
Poll results can be skewed by the environment in which they are taken, and media bias can influence public perception of candidates.
In simple terms: Polling context and media bias affect election outcomes.
Key Takeaway
Consider how setting and media shape opinions.
Themes
politics
media influence
public opinion
Mood
skeptical
analytical
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- election campaigns
- online surveys
- media coverage
- public debates
Key Concepts
bias
framing
elite influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does poll location affect responses?
- What role does media play in shaping voter views?
A Different Perspective
Media bias may not be the only factor; other variables also matter.
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