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That's a fake poll right there
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Why it worked
The video likely worked due to the unexpected and humorous mathematical error in a formal congressional setting, highlighting a perceived incompetence or dishonesty in the presentation of data related to a public figure.
Summary
During a congressional hearing, a lawmaker points out that a poll presented about Elon Musk and DOGE adds up to 110%, calling it a "fake poll." Representative Melanie Stansbury defends the data, attributing it to Quinnipiac and stating it was from two weeks prior.
Structure
- 1Lawmaker points out poll error
- 2Representative defends data source
- 3Lawmaker reiterates the error
- 4Video concludes with the "fake poll" assertion
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That's a fake poll
right there
Transcript
Just a point of clarification. The poll behind you, behind our ranking member, it adds up to 110 percent. Just wanted to clarify, is it meant to add up to 110 percent or is that an error? I do. Uh, this is from Quinnipiac. It was a poll that was held two weeks ago and this was the data that was provided. There's a wealth of information including information about Donald Trump's falling poll numbers so you should take a look. Thanks. I yield. Uh, the gentleman yields and it still adds up to 110 percent. That's a fake poll.
Original caption
During a congressional committee hearing, a lawmaker points out a glaring math error on a chart presented about Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), showing poll figures (67% disapprove, 38% approve, and 5% don't know) that add up to 110%. Representative Melanie Stansbury defends the poster by citing recent polling data, leading to an awkward viral exchange over data accuracy in congressional presentations. What are your thoughts on fact-checking graphics and polling data used during official government hearings? #ElonMusk #DOGE #Congress #HouseHearing #MelanieStansbury #polling #MathFail #USPolitics #TikTokPolitics #CurrentEvents
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