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The quirks of polling

Perhaps asking after the popularity of a Prime Minister is as standard as it gets in polling terms.

In other ways, it can be peculiar.

Take for example a poll by YouGov that asks if respondents feel luckier today than people before might have.

It’s obvious what may be said by those who feel a world war is worth avoiding.

It’s less obvious what makes a younger mind tick in this regard because things today are different.

According to the results, there’s a feeling we’re luckier.

While most believe we’re “somewhat more lucky” (29%), the next highest score is for “no more or less lucky” (24%).

It’s a fine life if you can get along with it.