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Here we provide information to keep you updated about CERC in the public sphere. You’ll find articles and press releases featuring our company, plus interviews and stories about our executives.
Harris underperforming in poll of likely California voters
Competitive Edge released a pre-election poll that shows Harris underperforming in her home state.
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Padres Uniforms and Persuadable Voters: The Art of Polling with John Nienstedt
The Padres sensed they had a problem. So they called John Nienstedt, who helped them figure out they should switch to brown jerseys. John brought in models who wore different jerseys to a series of focus groups…
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Rachel Lawler Joins CERC as Director Director & Analyst
Rachel Lawler has joined the Competitive Edge team as its new Research Director and Analyst. She leverages more than a dozen years of market and public opinion research experience. Rachel will be responsible for insights, data preparation, and management of CERC’s research department.
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CERC Survey Reveals Widespread Disapproval of SANDAG
CERC President John Nienstedt discusses a recent survey of 500 residents in San Diego County that found SANDAG’s job approval rating was struggling in San Diego County. The survey covered the vehicle mileage tax and the vote on sales tax among other issues.
Please see the video of John Nienstedt discussing the poll.
CERC Gathers Public Opinion on San Diego Homeless Issues
The Lucky Duck Foundation, a San Diego philanthropic organization, commissioned a poll with Competitive Edge Research to to gather public opinion on San Diego’s homeless issues and how to best provide homeless individuals with shelter and services. The poll found that 86% of registered voters polled believe the City of San Diego….
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CERC Poll Shows Assemblyman Todd Gloria as Front Runner for 2020 San Diego Mayor
A new poll released by Competitive Edge Research & Communication showed Assemblyman Todd Gloria as the front runner with the majority unsure for the 2020 mayoral race. The poll, sent to Tony Krvaric, and Republican Party of San Diego County, showed initially City Councilmembers Barbara Bry and Scott Sherman….
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