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Historical Accuracy of Crimson Straw Polls

By Nicole M. Iacopetti
From 1884 to 2008, The Harvard Crimson straw polls have predicted Presidents of the United States with 50 percent accuracy.
From 1884 to 2008, The Harvard Crimson straw polls have predicted Presidents of the United States with 50 percent accuracy.

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