The WNBC/Marist Poll is directed by Dr. Lee M. Miringoff and Dr.
Barbara L. Carvalho. Lee received his Ph.D. in political science from
the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He directs the
Marist Institute for Public Opinion and is the former President of the National
Council of Public Polls (NCPP). Lee is a frequent commentator
on politics and polling. Barbara received her Ph.D. in
Political Science from Fordham University and directs the Marist Poll
in addition to numerous public surveys on elections, public policy, and
community issues. She is the former Secretary/Treasurer of the National
Council of Public Polls (NCPP).