Inside The Methodology of AP-NORC Public Affairs Research

Published: July 10, 2026, 10:10 pm

The public opinion surveys produced by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research represent a collaborative effort between The Associated Press and NORC at the University of Chicago. These projects are driven by a dedicated team of professionals focused on delivering accurate data and insights to the public.

The design and development of these polling initiatives are led by Eunice Esomonu, Humera Lodhi, Pablo Barria Urenda, and Hyojin Yoo. Their work is supported by the technical contributions of Linley Sanders, who manages additional data processing tasks to ensure the integrity of the findings.

Editorial oversight for these research projects is provided by Amelia Thomson-Deveaux and Linda Gorman, who ensure the standards and clarity of the published reports. Together, this team maintains the rigorous methodology required for the center’s ongoing polling efforts.

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