If you get a text from (240) 946- 8110, from Dan don’t respond, block and report as spam.
KGT Research polling text messages asking for your opinion on a candidate named “Dan” are classified as scams and push-polling, not legitimate, neutral public opinion research. These messages are not genuine surveys and instead exhibit several red flags:
Push-Polling Tactics: The texts often use leading questions to associate a specific candidate (like “Dan”) with negative information, aiming to manipulate your opinion rather than record it.
Lack of Transparency: These types of text-message polls frequently use untraceable origins. In many instances, the names of candidates included in the lists do not match actual politicians, and the firm itself lacks a recognized industry presence. Phishing Risks: Similar voter polls frequently serve as phishing attempts designed to harvest your personal data or steal financial information.
Official Warnings: State boards of elections, including the Maryland State Board of Elections, have repeatedly issued alerts warning residents to ignore and delete these unsolicited political text messages. It is highly recommended that you avoid clicking any links, delete the text message, and block the sending number to protect your privacy.
This is the text, I just received.
“Hi, this is Dan from KGT Research. We’re running a quick two-question survey about local candidates. In the race for state senate in your district, who do you support? Please reply with the number that matches your choice:
????? 1 for Tamara Davis Brown ????? 2 for Kim Carter. ????? 3 for Imara Crooms. ????? 4 for Leslye Dwight. ????? 5 for Sherman Hardy. ????? 6 for Eleanor A. Washington ????? 7 for Sequan Swint. ????? 8 for Lolita E. Walker. ????? 9 if you’re undecided. Reply STOP to Opt Out”
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