Klein: Fretting about election polls? Go do literally anything else
Briefly

As we approach Election Day, ignoring polls might keep you sane; they can mislead more than inform, especially in close races where every vote counts.
Histories of polling reveal that errors can systematically favor one candidate, notably undercounting Trump's support in decisive swing states during the last two elections.
In tight races, polling missteps could have significant impacts; both 2016 and 2020 showcased state-level polls underestimating Trump, raising questions about their reliability.
While polls can provide insights, their track record indicates a tendency to undercount certain candidates, adding uncertainty to election predictions and voter perceptions.
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