# Straw Poll on The No Agenda Show Straw Poll comes up in 12 chapters across 12 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2011 to July 2024. - **Chapters:** 12 - **Episodes:** 12 - **Discussed:** February 2011 – July 2024 - **Related topics:** [Ron Paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [Mitt Romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Cpac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cpac.md), [Fox News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [Media Bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md), [Michelle Bachmann](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-bachmann.md), [Rick Perry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-perry.md), [Rick Santorum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-santorum.md), [420](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/420.md) ## Chapters 1–12 of 12 ### Democratic Convention Strategy and Biden COVID Absence - **Episode:** [1681: Daddy Long Legs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1681-daddy-long-legs.md) - **Published:** 2024-07-28 - **Time:** 29:26–31:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1681-daddy-long-legs/chapter/democratic-convention-strategy-and-biden-covid-absence.md The Democratic Party is reportedly planning a pre-convention straw poll to lock in Kamala Harris's nomination and avoid floor debates. Speculation continues regarding Joe Biden's absence due to COVID-19, with suggestions that the "Daddy Longlegs" figure is merely a temporary stand-in while the real President recovers or is phased out. Keywords: [democratic national convention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-national-convention.md), [straw poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/straw-poll.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [body double](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-double.md) ### Donation Competition Results, Easter vs. 420 vs. Earth Day - **Episode:** [1131: CHUD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1131-chud.md) - **Published:** 2019-04-25 - **Time:** 2:09:41–2:15:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1131-chud/chapter/donation-competition-results-easter-vs-420-vs-earth-day.md A donation-based straw poll was conducted to determine the most popular holiday among listeners. Easter emerged as the winner, followed by "boobs" (a write-in category), then 420, with Earth Day receiving the least support. The results are used to characterize the show's audience demographics. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [easter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/easter.md), [420](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/420.md), [earth day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earth-day.md), [straw poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/straw-poll.md) ### CPAC Straw Poll and Occupy Protester Removal - **Episode:** [383: Hot Rods](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/383-hot-rods.md) - **Published:** 2012-02-16 - **Time:** 59:45–1:01:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/383-hot-rods/chapter/cpac-straw-poll-and-occupy-protester-removal.md The hosts discuss allegations that the CPAC straw poll was rigged for Mitt Romney by removing Ron Paul supporters and Occupy protesters from the building. They suggest that security targeted anyone not wearing a tie to ensure a Romney victory. Keywords: [cpac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cpac.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [straw poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/straw-poll.md), [occupy wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/occupy-wall-street.md), voter rigging, [security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security.md) ### South Park Satire, Ron Paul Straw Poll Victories - **Episode:** [347: Hackerocity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/347-hackerocity.md) - **Published:** 2011-10-13 - **Time:** 1:06:01–1:09:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/347-hackerocity/chapter/south-park-satire-ron-paul-straw-poll-victories.md A South Park clip satirizes the U.S. border situation, suggesting the country has become so undesirable that the Border Patrol must keep people in. Meanwhile, Ron Paul won the Values Voter Summit straw poll, but mainstream media outlets like Fox News and CNN are accused of dismissing his victory to focus on Herman Cain and Rick Perry. Keywords: [south park](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-park.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [rick perry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-perry.md), [herman cain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/herman-cain.md), [straw poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/straw-poll.md) ### Ron Paul Straw Poll, Media Marginalization - **Episode:** [346: The Indignati](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/346-the-indignati.md) - **Published:** 2011-10-09 - **Time:** 1:09:12–1:13:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/346-the-indignati/chapter/ron-paul-straw-poll-media-marginalization.md Ron Paul wins the Values Voter straw poll, but the hosts note the media's continued efforts to marginalize him. They observe that C-SPAN refers to him as a "presidential candidate" while Fox News calls him a "congressman" or "kook." Adam Curry mentions he registered as a Republican specifically to vote for Paul in the primary. Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [rick perry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-perry.md), [mormonism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mormonism.md), values voter straw poll, [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md) ### NPR Caller Questions Ron Paul Media Blackout - **Episode:** [344: Cyber Master](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/344-cyber-master.md) - **Published:** 2011-10-02 - **Time:** 1:33:16–1:35:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/344-cyber-master/chapter/npr-caller-questions-ron-paul-media-blackout.md A caller on NPR challenges the host about the lack of coverage for Ron Paul, despite his success in straw polls and military support. The hosts use this to highlight the "fixed" nature of political debates and the media's role in selecting frontrunners like Rick Perry and Mitt Romney while ignoring Paul. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), straw polls, [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md) ### Ron Paul Endorsements and California Straw Poll Victory - **Episode:** [340: Tart Cherry Juice!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/340-tart-cherry-juice.md) - **Published:** 2011-09-18 - **Time:** 2:13:20–2:15:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/340-tart-cherry-juice/chapter/ron-paul-endorsements-and-california-straw-poll-victory.md Ron Paul won the California Republican straw poll with 44% of the vote, a victory that received minimal mainstream media coverage. The candidate also received an unexpected endorsement from singer Barry Manilow, who praised Paul's consistency and principles. Manilow's support is noted for its potential to influence older demographics and the Jewish vote. Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), barry manilow, [straw poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/straw-poll.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [election 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-2012.md) ### Ron Paul's Performance in the Ames Straw Poll - **Episode:** [331: Ricin Beans](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/331-ricin-beans.md) - **Published:** 2011-08-18 - **Time:** 1:39:57–1:44:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/331-ricin-beans/chapter/ron-paul-s-performance-in-the-ames-straw-poll.md Ron Paul finished a close second to Michelle Bachmann in the Ames Straw Poll, losing by fewer than 200 votes. Reports surfaced that Bachmann's campaign purchased 6,000 tickets for $180,000 to secure her win, while Paul's support is described as more organic. Despite his strong performance, mainstream media outlets continue to exclude Paul from the "top tier" of Republican candidates. Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), ames straw poll, [michelle bachmann](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-bachmann.md), [iowa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa.md), [tea party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tea-party.md) ### Iowa Straw Poll, Ron Paul vs. Rick Santorum - **Episode:** [330: You Can Take That To The iBank!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/330-you-can-take-that-to-the-ibank.md) - **Published:** 2011-08-14 - **Time:** 25:29–33:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/330-you-can-take-that-to-the-ibank/chapter/iowa-straw-poll-ron-paul-vs-rick-santorum.md The hosts critique media coverage of the Iowa Straw Poll, noting that Ron Paul's near-victory was overshadowed by Rick Perry's entry into the race. They highlight a debate exchange where Ron Paul corrected Rick Santorum on the history of U.S. involvement in Iran, dating back to the 1953 coup. Paul argues against trade sanctions and military intervention, while Santorum characterizes Iran as an existential threat. Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [michelle bachmann](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-bachmann.md), [rick santorum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-santorum.md), iowa straw poll, [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [iran sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran-sanctions.md) ### Ron Paul Straw Poll, Raw Milk Advocacy - **Episode:** [314: Qaeda CEO](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo.md) - **Published:** 2011-06-19 - **Time:** 52:44–58:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/ron-paul-straw-poll-raw-milk-advocacy.md Ron Paul won the straw poll at the Republican Leadership Conference and delivered a speech criticizing the War Powers Resolution and the FDA. Paul specifically advocated for the right of citizens to consume raw milk without federal interference, leading to the suggestion of a "Ron Paul for Raw Milk 2012" campaign. The segment also touches on Paul's desire to withdraw the United States from the UN and the IMF. Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [straw poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/straw-poll.md), [raw milk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raw-milk.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md) ### Rick Santorum, Abortion Claims, and Homeschooling Conferences - **Episode:** [295: Poledancing for College](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/295-poledancing-for-college.md) - **Published:** 2011-04-14 - **Time:** 48:02–54:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/295-poledancing-for-college/chapter/rick-santorum-abortion-claims-and-homeschooling-conferences.md Rick Santorum is criticized for his claim that the "abortion culture" is responsible for Social Security's financial instability by reducing the workforce. The hosts also express suspicion regarding Santorum's wins at "super conferences" for homeschooling, suggesting the movement may be facing co-opting by political shills. Keywords: [rick santorum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-santorum.md), [social security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-security.md), [homeschooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeschooling.md), straw polls, replacement rate ### CPAC Straw Poll, Ron Paul and Fox News Bias - **Episode:** [279: Dr. Watson I presume?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/279-dr-watson-i-presume.md) - **Published:** 2011-02-17 - **Time:** 1:35:13–1:39:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/279-dr-watson-i-presume/chapter/cpac-straw-poll-ron-paul-and-fox-news-bias.md Congressman Ron Paul won the CPAC straw poll for the second consecutive year, but Fox News coverage of the event was criticized for being misleading. 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