Political polling is the process of gathering opinions from a sample of people to understand their views on political issues, candidates, or elections. Polls typically ask questions about preferences, beliefs, and behaviors, allowing researchers to estimate how the larger population might vote or feel about certain topics. Polls are conducted using various methods, such as telephone interviews, online surveys, or in-person questionnaires. The results are analyzed to provide insights into public opinion, which can influence political campaigns, policy decisions, and media coverage during election cycles.