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PoliticsRural voters felt left behind before midterms, poll shows

A Guardian-commissioned poll found deepening economic discontent among rural voters, particularly over rising fuel and grocery costs. The share of rural voters who said the economy was worsening rose after Trump returned to office, while some Republicans also grew more pessimistic. The article identifies falling rural support as one key reason for Republican losses in the midterms.

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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-11-05 11:00Original

Rural voters felt left behind before midterms, poll shows
Rural voters felt left behind before midterms, poll showsPolitics