Ellen and Larry spoke to several voters. Almost all of them were concerned about their families - from their young children to their elderly parents well-being. They are voting for their families and communities.

Jonathan and Jim spoke with a young woman who has a lot of friends that are undocumented, which is why she is paying attention to this midterm election. After hearing more about our work, she wanted to start volunteering.

Matt and Connie spoke with a person that didn't think that voting mattered. After sharing their stories, and talking about their children, their likelihood of voting went from a 5 to an 8.

Rocio works for Stout Street Clinic and didn't realize the importance of voting in the midterms. She will definitely be voting this year.

Caitlin has always voted but is now so disgusted with the political system and is not sure she wants to vote. But when we talked about our grandkids and their futures, as well as how close the last election was, she recommited to voting again and is also interested in doing this work.

Arlene was very concerned about what Trump is doing in all areas. She lives with her husband and her 91 year old mother. She is very concerned about the cost of medications and that they won't be able to afford them. She is also concerned about her grandkids and the future that they will face. Cost of housing is also a major concern. She also mentioned concerns about costs of living, groceries, and gas.

Skylar met us at the door with his bearded dragon in hand, fresh from a bath. He laughed when we asked about his concerns - "Uh, fascism?!" He shared his concerns for his brother who doesn't have kids yet but wants to. Will he be able to afford it? And what future will those children face? He plans to vote and to help look out for neighbors if ICE is around on voting day.

Spoke to one gentleman in Spanish. He hated Trump but said he wouldn't vote again until he could vote against Trump. We discussed the importance of voting in 2026 since Gabe Evans supported Trump 100%, and District 8 could put someone in place whose policies were much better. After our discussion, he said he was much more likely to vote in 2026.

Cindy and Sheryl spoke with a TSA worker who is very upset and says she is essentially slave labor at this point. Her mother has had to cash in her retirement account to help her pay the bills. She has met Gabe Evans and has had to escort him through security as part of her job, but she doesn't like him. She is in her 40s and has never voted. She initially stated likelihood of voting was a 0, but after exchanging stories, her likelihood of voting moved up to a 5. Also feels voting in midterms locally is most important because she is a federal employee.

Risa and Debby spoke with a woman that is unhappy with the lack of empathy the Trump administration has for Americans. She is also concerned for the workers at the construction company where she is employed.

Jim and Dave spoke with a nurse who is concerned about her patients who are unable to afford healthcare. She is also concerned for her grandkids.

Rick spoke with a woman whose husband has Stage 4 cancer and is living on insurance through the Affordable Care Act. She is very stressed about the state of our country.