Affordability top of mind for voters in final sprint to midterms: ‘I have to pick between medicine or groceries’
Topics: 2026 Midterm Elections
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- The Guardian US reports: “Cost of living has loomed over this election cycle as workers and unions champion candidates fighting for higher wages and tackling rising pricesFor millions of Americans heading to the polls on Tu…”
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