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Oct. 17, 2022, 11:36 p.m.

Economy among key issues on voters' minds this midterm season — and other news for October 18, 2022

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?

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What students can do
: Get informed! Get to know what issues are most on voters' minds this election season by taking this kahoot quiz ! After you take this quiz, share what issues YOU most care about with a classmate, teacher or family member.
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