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UPDATED: Nov 3, 2026 09:07 IST
Voters and political figures in the United States are focusing heavily on affordability, rising energy costs, and inflation ahead of the midterm elections. Candidates and campaign mobilisers highlight that frustration with federal policies, ongoing overseas conflicts in Iran and Ukraine, and cuts to social safety nets have motivated high early voter turnout across the country. Key concerns among independent and swing voters remain focused on the cost of groceries, healthcare access, and the broader economic direction of the government.
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