Voters on the left and right fear the America they've known is slipping away
Summary
Voters interviewed ahead of Tuesday’s U.S. elections described fears that the country is changing for the worse, citing concerns that ranged from political hostility and Trump’s conduct to family values and personal liberties. The interviews included both critics and supporters of Trump, and people on both sides said the election could affect the country’s direction.Key Facts
- Shane Dunn, 65, voted for the first time in Levittown, Pennsylvania, and voted for Democrats.
- Arthur Horner, a food-importing business owner in Harrisburg, voted Democratic and said he wanted to slow what he called political madness.
- Iowa cattle rancher Elizabeth Marlett voted Republican and raised concerns about family values, personal liberties, processed food and veterans’ benefits.
- Trump critic Linda Markle said she feared for the country and believed political hostility had increased.
- Republican voter Chris Smith said he supported Trump’s manufacturing agenda and viewed Republicans as more fiscally responsible, while also criticizing some of Trump’s conduct.
- Ohio voters Lori and David Wilkinson expressed opposition to Trump, while Trump supporter Therese Mennell said she believed he was saving the country.
- Brothers Samontae and Gathenya Mwangi voted for the first time in Topeka, Kansas, with their grandfather; all three hoped for Democratic victories.
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