Philly voters care about local issues, but election integrity fears make them wonder if their vote matters

A political communications expert explains how myths about election fraud can leave voters asking: What’s the point?

By: Heather LaMarre, Temple University, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: October 14, 2026

Words: 1,126

Last Updated: 3 days, 13 hours ago

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By Heather LaMarre, Temple University

Less than 30 days ahead of the 2026 midterms and almost nobody I talk to in Philadelphia is excited. Not my neighbors. Not my students or colleagues at Temple University, where I research and teach political communication and public opinion. Not even my politically engaged friends.

This mirrors the national mood in recent years: In a Pew Research Center survey, just 4% of Americans said they feel excited …

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