Which political party’s candidate for Congress do you plan to vote for (or already voted for) in the midterms?

Republican (26%) – "I would vote for either party that I thought was moderate. Since there are no moderate parties anymore, I'll take conservatives over socialists. I'm a registered independent."

• "While I agree that the country is not doing well, I do not agree with most of the Democratic values and thoughts."

"I think both candidates have issues but the democratic candidate is too liberal and leans towards socialists programs."

Democratic (59%) – "The republicans have proven they won't stand up to Trump who has proven he won't keep us out of wars, won't reduce the deficit, won't follow the law, and generally won't protect human life, dignity, and freedom. But he will use the presidency to enrich himself and his friends and family."

• "The country is in crisis. The do-nothing Republicans have just completely ceded their power to lick the boots of the current resident of the People’s House. They control all three branches of government and SCOTUS. Nothing is getting done for the American people, and the party in power is enriching themselves on the backs of the taxpayers. We need a change. Democrats will hopefully be able to get some legislation through which benefits the people rather than the billionaires."

"Republicans have not done enough to change anything since they've had the trifecta. (Presidency, House, Senate) There's still corruption (albeit more than 2 years ago), many vote along with Trump even when he's wrong - they lost their individual voices, and everything is unaffordable and broken (healthcare, cost of living, education). We also need smart thinking on what AI looks like in our future including some sort of regulation which republicans have refused to take action on in any meaningful way while they've been in control (except invite all tech leaders to white house parties)."

• "Dem at the national level, mixed ticket at the local and state levels. I'm in Ohio and the races here are just ugly. And it's too bad; there are decent candidates at the local levels from both parties that deserve a fair shake and they definitely won't be getting it."

"I don't trust the Republicans in office. They seem outside the rule of law and any laws and lack integrity. I believe Trump cheated in the past presidential election and am ashamed that he represents our country. There may be times I would vote Republican with candidates I trust but right now, I do not trust any of them."

• "Trump lead an insurrection. I voted for him twice and have voted republican for all presidents with the exception of Clinton's first term. I cannot support anyone in this congress or any state candidate who has Trumps endorsement."

Third-party (5%) – "I do not vote for old people in office anyone over 65 or about to turn 65 should not run for office! I will not vote for anyone who has worked for a senate or congress as the are party controlled I only vote for someone who is able and willing to represent the People not the Party"

Split decision (6%) – "In order for our government to function the way it was intended, voters should vote for the person most closely aligned to their core beliefs, not a letter after their name. Few people are truly all one or the other, but rather move along the political spectrum. Voting for someone you don't align with just because they have a certain affiliation is why we face many of the issues we do today."

Unsure/other (4%) – "I'm still on the fence between our two less-than-stellar candidates, but I'll have my mind made up come Election Day."