Chris Perkins

Wesley Donehue Podcast

Ever wondered how someone becomes a political pollster? The answer awaits in this intriguing episode of Campaign War Stories, where we sit down with Chris Perkins, one of the GOP's leading pollsters and the founder of Ragnar Research.

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of political polling:
The Pollster's Journey: Join us as we explore Chris Perkins' path to becoming a premier pollster and gain insights into the art of understanding public opinion.
The Future of Polling: Discover what lies ahead for political polling and how technology is reshaping the industry.
Vulnerability Studies: Explore the critical role of vulnerability studies through the lens of the Ted Cruz campaign. Learn why understanding your own vulnerabilities is just as crucial as knowing your opponent's.

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that demystifies the world of political polling and highlights the importance of preparation in the political arena. Tune in now to Campaign War Stories. 🎧🗣️
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Chris Perkins is an expert in quantitative and qualitative analysis. He’s considered one of the most accurate pollsters and top public opinion experts in the United States. Since 2010, Chris has polled for nearly one hundred winning Republican candidates for Governor, U.S. Senate, U.S. Congress, and a variety of other offices. Chris has also been a key resource for numerous organizations tackling public policy issues, including Fortune 500s, trade associations, and non-profit organizations.

When he's not wading through petabytes of data, Chris can usually be found at one of his kids’ baseball games, hosting friends to some of the best block parties in Austin, or explaining the virtues of Austin barbecue to the uninitiated. And rest assured, while Chris’s barbecue is never over seasoned, his highly detailed memory of every campaign he's ever touched intimidates even his most seasoned employees.