Summary
Election Day is here and the balance of power in Congress and three dozen governorships will be determined. The vote will help set the course of the nation's agenda for at least the next two years. For many, the nation's future and the importance of voting itself are at stake. For a transcript, click here . You may also choose another story from the newscast by clicking on the image below. Then answer the following questions.
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