Jennifer Agiesta

Jennifer Agiesta is a renowned polling and election analytics expert with over two decades of experience in survey research and public opinion. She currently serves as Director of Polling and Election Analytics at CNN, where she leads the network's polling team and oversees its Election Night Decision Desk. Prior to joining CNN, Agiesta held positions at The Associated Press and The Washington Post, where she conducted domestic and international survey research. She is a recognized leader in her field, having collaborated with other researchers on evaluating 2020 pre-election polling and served as President of the American Association for Public Opinion Research. Agiesta holds a bachelor's degree in politics and journalism from Washington and Lee University.

Biography:  https://www.cnn.com/profiles/jennifer-agiesta

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

85%

Examples:

  • The author presents a skewed view of public opinion by only including quotes from likely caucusgoers who are already committed to supporting one candidate or another.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • The author does not disclose any conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • The article states that Trump's lead over Haley has widened to double digits in New Hampshire, but the body of the article shows that Trump holds 50% support while Haley stands at 39%.
  • Vice President Kamala Harris is marching to the Democratic nomination for the 2024 presidential election. CNN's polling conducted before Biden's announcement showed Harris outperforming Biden among women, particularly women of color and suburban women, as well as political independents and voters who hadn't fully decided on their choice.

Deceptions

62%

Examples:

  • The article falsely states that DeSantis announced ending his White House bid and endorsing Trump on Sunday. In reality, he made this announcement on Saturday.
  • The author claims that Trump holds a wide lead over his Republican presidential competitors among likely GOP caucusgoers in Iowa, but this statement is misleading because it implies there are only three candidates to consider when in fact there are more than 10 candidates running for president on the Republican ticket.

Recent Articles

Three Potential Running Mates for Kamala Harris in the 2024 Democratic Primary Elections

Three Potential Running Mates for Kamala Harris in the 2024 Democratic Primary Elections

Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024 In the Democratic primary elections, potential running mates for Vice President Kamala Harris include Andy Beshear, Governor of Kentucky known for defeating Republican candidates and focusing on everyday concerns; Roy Cooper, North Carolina Governor with a long record in education and abortion rights; and Mark Kelly, Arizona Senator and former astronaut who leverages his space career to appeal to moderates. Harris has received endorsements from 1276 delegates but no official announcement has been made.
Former President Donald Trump's New Hampshire Republican Primary Lead Slips as Nikki Haley Gains Support

Former President Donald Trump's New Hampshire Republican Primary Lead Slips as Nikki Haley Gains Support

Broke On: Sunday, 21 January 2024 Former President Donald Trump is leading the New Hampshire Republican primary with 50% support, while former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley stands at 39%. Both have gained supporters since the last poll in early January as major contenders have shrunk.
Former President Donald Trump Leads Republican Presidential Race in Iowa with 48% Support

Former President Donald Trump Leads Republican Presidential Race in Iowa with 48% Support

Broke On: Monday, 15 January 2024 Former President Donald Trump leads the Republican presidential race in Iowa with 48% of likely caucusgoers supporting him, ahead of former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis who are tied for second place at 20%. The final poll was released before the caucuses on Monday.