Tuesday's midterm elections will determine if Democrats take control of the House of Representatives, and possibly the Senate -- or if Republicans maintain control of both houses. What percentage of Americans say they are certain they will vote? How much have they thought about the upcoming election? Are voters more or less enthusiastic about voting this year than in previous years? 黑料网 Editor-in-Chief Dr. Frank Newport and Senior Editor Lydia Saad discuss 黑料网's trends and what the latest figures could mean for the anticipated voter turnout. Later, what percentages of Republicans and Democrats say that climate change will be a factor in how they vote?
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Seven in 10 Americans say they are "very" (28%) or "somewhat" confident (42%) that votes will be accurately cast and counted in the upcoming midterm elections.
A record-high 60% of U.S. voters say they plan to send a message about Donald Trump with their vote in the midterm elections, with more in opposition (34%) than support (26%).
Healthcare, the economy and immigration are the most important issues for midterm voters this year. Voters assign the economy lower importance now than in any of the past four midterm years.
