Poll Framing Backfires

Reporters and rival campaigns focus on the distinction between Hilton’s 74% Republican support and an actual statewide lead. If the headline is seen as misleading, the episode could blunt Hilton’s momentum and let Becerra argue that the Republican is overstating his position.

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