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The episode illustrates how public polls are often weapons in political warfare. While private polling—a process funded directly by campaigns—generally offers more accurate readings, public polls more often serve as political tools. For example, outlets like Reuters and Quinnipiac release headlines suggesting Trump’s declining support, especially at critical moments like government shutdowns. However, leading poll analysts warn that these figures are fabricated or exaggerated to create a narrative of crisis.