Posted on 11/01/2004 11:11:28 AM PST by Michael.SF.
The Interview
The Democrats had decided that they needed to hire a polling organization to make the best determination of where John Kerry stood in the polls. After extensive research they narrowed field down to three candidates: Rasmussen, Gallup and Zogby. The three organizations were invited to a final interview.
The first candidate, Rasmussen was asked: “Where does John Kerry stand in the polls?”
The representatives from Rasmussen then went into a 45-minute presentation by three different people on polling methodology, registered voters vs. likely voters, statistical analysis and past history of his organization. The Democrats were impressed, but proceeded on to the next interview.
The representatives, four in all, from Gallup, being asked the same question, proceeded into a similar presentation complete with Power Point graphics, trend charts, registered voter trending, age importance and many other factors. They also presented the resumes of qualifications for the key individuals who would be involved. Again, the Democrats were impressed, but had one more interview, and thanked the group for their time.
The last candidate appeared. She entered the room, maybe 19 years old, dressed in jeans, tank top, multiple piercings and tattoos were evident. The Democrats were not impressed, but decided not to be judgmental. She was asked the same question:
“Where does John Kerry stand in the polls?”
The young woman, took out her gum, looked Joe Lockhart in the eye and said:
“Where do want him to be?”
Zogby got the job.
MaDonna off Prozac....
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