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The Fox News Rundown

The Fox News Rundown

Why the Midterm Polls Don't Tell the Whole Story

Oct 5, 2026 · 34m

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With election day approaching, communications strategist and public opinion expert, Lee Hartley Carter, breaks down what national and state polls actually reveal about voter sentiment and economic anxieties. Despite headlines teasing a potential 'blue wave,' Carter explains why this election cycle looks more like a chaotic 'Etch A Sketch' where every individual race counts. She also shares key insights into voter exhaustion, how each side is struggling to address the affordability issue, and how AI is subtly shaping public opinions. Cybercrime in the United States has reached record proportions, draining tens of billions of dollars from unsuspecting Americans. These aren't traditional…