#33: Will Joe Show?

“From Biden’s primary chances to Carson’s resilience and death with dignity policies, this week’s polls have us asking: Will Joe show?”

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Will Joe Show? Episode #33 Recap

The Pollsters are everywhere! From St. Anselm’s in New Hampshire to Meet the Press Daily, we’ve been busy this week. Don’t forget to write us a review on iTunes or Stitcher, or follow us on Twitter or Facebook. Now, let’s dive into this week’s polling highlights.

2016/Dems: Will Joe Show?

Margie: “Recent polls show Biden performing strongly in general election matchups, but the question remains: can he make it through the Democratic primary? Focus groups from Bloomberg Politics and Purple Strategies highlight some of the challenges he may face.”

Kristen: “Meanwhile, NBC, WSJ, and Marist data suggest the Democratic race remains fluid, with Clinton and Sanders both holding significant support.”

2016/Carson: The Carson Experience

Margie: “While Trump may be tumbling, Ben Carson continues to stay strong. Polling shows he’s even the preferred candidate for primary voters who prioritize experience—a surprising result.”

Kristen: “This raises interesting questions about how Carson’s appeal will shape the upcoming GOP debate.”

2016/General: Horserace Dynamics

Kristen: “Gallup made waves this week by announcing they’re stepping away from traditional horserace polling. Yet, plenty of polls remain, with Suffolk, USA Today, and Pew providing fresh insights into the campaign climate.”

Margie: “A Politico poll even included the term ‘ballsy’ as an answer choice, reflecting the unpredictable nature of this election.”

Death with Dignity

Margie: “California’s new bill on death with dignity reflects changing public attitudes. Pew polling shows growing support for these policies, even when the question wording is outdated.”

Gender in the Workforce

Kristen: “Lean In and McKinsey’s new report on gender equity in the workplace paints a sobering picture of the challenges women face.”

Margie: “The data highlights how much work remains to achieve true equality, even in 2025.”

Most Annoying Travelers

Kristen: “Are you an annoying traveler? Expedia’s data on travel etiquette has some amusing—and cringeworthy—insights.”

Margie: “Let’s all strive to be better hotel guests. Keep your flirting online, folks!”

Key Findings

Biden shows strength in general election polling but faces hurdles in the primary.
Sanders remains strong but faces questions about electability in the general election.
Carson continues to perform well in both primary and general election polling.
Public support for death with dignity policies is growing.
Gender inequity in the workplace persists, despite progress.
Travelers, please mind your manners—and your fellow passengers!