George Gallup

George Gallup

pollster United States

George Gallup was an American pioneer in the field of public opinion polling, known for founding the Gallup Poll and establishing methodologies that provided insights into public sentiment. His work revolutionized how politicians and the media gauged public opinion, demonstrating the importance of statistical sampling in predicting electoral outcomes. Gallup's contributions to the polling industry made him a key figure in American political discourse, as his techniques allowed for a more systematic understanding of the electorate.

Born on Nov 18, 1900 (124 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
23,920
Power
951$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 8.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 23,920 $2,700,000 951$
Totals 1 67,886,011 23,920 $2,700,000 951$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: George Gallup pioneered systematic opinion polling and correctly predicted the election of Franklin D Roosevelt in 1936. 8

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