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Voter voices: Which issues matter most to Americans?

Voter voices: Which issues matter most to Americans?

As part of our Voter Voices series, the BBC asked Americans across the country what issue will influence how they vote.

What issues matter most to US voters in this year's midterm elections?

As part of our Voter Voices series, the BBC has been speaking to Americans across the country about their top issue this election.

Many cited the state of the economy - the number one issue for most voters, according to polls - while others raised law and order, immigration and healthcare, among other issues. Some voters mentioned fears about the US becoming either fascist or communist.

Interviews gathered and filmed by Meiying Wu, Angélica Casas, Blanca Estrada, Eloise Alanna, Sheila Flynn, Katy Bailes, Regan Morris, Keith "Chuck" Tayman, Pratiksha Ghildial and Andrew Sarge Herbert

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