Back to school chaos: first day of term report as Burnham faced the Commons
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AI Takes the Helm in Political Polling, Harvard Warns of Limits and Promise
Mace | 8th July 2025 | In-House Public Affairs, Politics, Polling
Political polling is undergoing a transformation as artificial intelligence offers instant insights from digital platforms and AI chatbot simulations, Harvard’s Ash Center reports. AI polling may match traditional methods in accuracy on broad issues, yet gaps remain in demographics and real-time politics. Responsible deployment and transparency are essential.
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Carry on, Clacton
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