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Gas Prices and the Vote | Minneapolis News
Gas prices in Minnesota hit $4.03 a gallon—up 17 cents from last week—fueling debate over whether this economic pain sways voters. While gas station patrons shrugged it off as irrelevant, a June poll of 2,500 people found 66% say prices will influence their vote, with Democrats at 81%. Political experts confirm rising gas prices hurt the incumbent party in midterms, as voters link higher fuel costs to inflation and presidential performance, often costing the ruling party seats in Congress. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…
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