The credibility of polling took a massive hit this month, as polling averages were off the mark by double-digits in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary and Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary.

Should We Ever Trust Polls Again?

by Bill Scher August 14, 2026August 14, 2026

After the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary and Michigan Senate primary, we need to remind ourselves that polls are snapshots of public opinion at best, not firm predictions.

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