Summary
More than two million Americans have already cast their ballots in the midterm elections. And a new poll shows some good signs for the GOP in the final weeks; 49 percent of likely voters say they plan to vote for a Republican for Congress, compared with 45 percent who say they plan to vote for a Democrat. That is a five-point swing toward Republicans compared with the same New York Times and Siena College poll conducted last month. For a transcript of the story, click here .
Five Facts
- Who are some of the individuals or groups of people mentioned in the piece about the 2022 midterms?
- What are a few of the main ideas expressed by Tamara Keith and Amy Walter?
- Where and When do the midterms take place?
- Why does the issue of the economy play a major role each election cycle?
- How do you think polls might affect voters' decision on election day?
Focus Questions
See, Think, Wonder : What did you notice? What did the story make you think? What story would you want to find out more about? Where would you go to learn more? Media literacy : Have you been following news about the midterms? Where do you find your news? How did you decide what news organizations to follow?For More

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