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What matters most in this election?

Candidates are talking about issues... but are they the issues that matter to you? What will tip your vote this election season?

Help us report on the 2012 elections by sharing your thoughts below.

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In order of priority, which three of the following issues matter most to you this election season?

1:

2:

3:

What issues not listed above are important to you?

Are there any personal experiences you could share that would help us better understand your views on these issues? The more details the better!

Are you planning to watch the presidential/vice presidential debates?

Yes

No

No sure

If yes, what are you watching or listening for?

What party, if any, do you identify with most closely?

Where would you place yourself on this political spectrum?

If you had to vote today, which presidential candidate would you support?

If other, please tell us who?

On the campaign trail, candidates often talk about "the middle class." Are you in the middle class?

Yes
No
Not sure

What determines whether you're in the middle class?

Please describe your current job situation.

Do you expect your job situation to get better or worse in the coming year? Please tell us why.

How are your finances?

In good shape
I'm a little worried
I'm very worried

How does your job situation or the state of your finances inform your thinking about the election?

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What's your occupation?

In what year were you born?

What race or ethnicity are you?

Roughly, what is your annual household income?

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