What's behind the early voting surge? It's more than voter enthusiasm, expert says
MIT political scientist Charles Stewart explains what's driving the surge and why it may not mean higher overall turnout.
NPR reports: MIT political scientist Charles Stewart explains what's driving the surge and why it may not mean higher overall turnout.
Nearly 21 million Americans have voted early in the midterms.
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