canvass

verb | play \ˈkan-vəs\ | can·vass

1. a : to examine in detail; specifically : to examine (votes) officially for authenticity : to examine (votes) officially for authenticity

   b : to make the subject of discussion or debate

2. : to go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments

   : to seek or solicit orders or votes