Who’s Fired up to Vote?

Eight out of 10 Voters — Both Democrats and Republicans — Say They Are “Definitely Voting” in the Midterms This Year. Independents’ Enthusiasm Overall Was a Bit Cooler, but Roughly Three-Quarters of Them Say They Plan to Vote in the Days Ahead.

What Matters Most to Midterm Voters

Inflation Once Again Led the Priorities of Registered Voters in This Poll, Including for 54 Percent of Republicans and 40 Percent of Independents, as Well as 36 Percent of Those Americans Who Said They Were Definitely Voting. Preserving Democracy Was the Top Issue for 24 Percent of Americans, Including 42 Percent of Democrats. Abortion Mattered Most to 14 Percent of Americans, Including 22 Percent of Democrats.

Here’s What Voters Said in Our Last Poll Before Election Day

By Sophia Al-Mansoor

• Oct 8, 2026 • 7 min read

Here’s What Voters Said in Our Last Poll Before Election Day

Direct Answer • Key Takeaway

With One Week to Go Before Midterm Elections, U. S. Voters Are Evenly Split in Their Support Between Democratic and Republican Candidates, According to the Latest Pbs Newshour/Npr/Marist Poll. the Latest Numbers Show a Significant Shift Since June, When Democrats Enjoyed a 7-Percentage Point Lead over Republicans, Shortly After the Supreme Court Overturned Roe V. Wade.

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Global Business & E-Commerce Reporter

Sophia analyzes international trade, startup ecosystems, retail transformation, and supply chain logistics for modern digital publications.

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