While you are waiting…

The campaign that would not end is nearing to a close. And for many of us, these last few hours of waiting feel longer than the campaign itself. So it's tempting to turn to the exit polls for any hint of an outcome.

But guys who know about this stuff, like Mark Blumenthal at pollster.com and Nate Silver at FiveThirtyEight have some words of caution for us: ignore the exit polls.

Create a More Connected Minnesota

MPR News is your trusted resource for the news you need. With your support, MPR News brings accessible, courageous journalism and authentic conversation to everyone - free of paywalls and barriers. Your gift makes a difference.