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What It Means That An Estimated 40 Million People Voted Early In The 2018 Midterms

NPR’s Ari Shapiro speaks with democratic political strategist Tom Bonier, who has written about the record-setting early votes in this year’s midterm elections.

Voters Could Elect A Democratic Governor In The Red State Of Kansas

Kansas is a red state where politics have gradually shifted farther right. But there are signs that Kansans have had enough of the policies — especially tax cuts and cuts in school funding.

Voting Appears To Be Going Smoothly With Only Scattered Reports Of Problems

With record turnout expected in the midterm elections, there have been scattered reports of voting machine problems and long lines at polling places. But overall, voting appears to be going smoothly.

The Choice Is Stark In Georgia’s Gubernatorial Race

As voters go to the polls, NPR’s Audie Cornish speaks with DuBose Porter, chairman of the Democratic Party of Georgia, about his state’s highly contested gubernatorial race.

Volunteers Offer Rides To Help People Get To The Polls To Vote

Across the country, volunteers are offering rides to the polls to people who need them, trying to make sure everyone is able to exercise their right to vote.

The Expectations And Worries Of Both Parties This Election Day

Election Day has brought perhaps historic levels of voter turnout and very high stakes for both parties, as well as President Trump.

First-time Voters Reflect On Election Day And Casting Their Ballots

Much of the focus gearing up for the midterms has been on getting young voters to the polls. Now that their ballots are cast, first-time voters from around the country talk about their experience.

Election Monitor Discusses What Issues Voters Have Encountered At The Polls

NPR’s Audie Cornish speaks with Myrna Pérez, head of the Brennan Center’s Voting Rights and Elections project, about examples of alleged voter suppression around the country.

Battle For U.S. Senate Seat Has Some Texan Voters Anxious About Results

Texans have turned out in record numbers to vote this year. In fact, more people in the state voted early than in the entire 2014 midterms. The biggest race is for a Senate seat.

For Black Women In Georgia, Stacey Abrams Is More Than Just Another Candidate

Lines have been long in Georgia as voters flock to polls to vote in midterm elections. The race for governor has captured the most attention with attacks and counter-attacks from both candidates.

Southern California Voters Share What’s Driving Them To The Polls

Orange County, Calif., has been decidedly Republican for decades. But more recently, it’s turning Blue. Voters there share why they’re excited this Election Day.

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