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American voters surveyed at the Great American Fair on the National Mall gave the U.S.
economy passing marks ahead of the 2026 midterms — most commonly a "B" — yet a clear majority said inflation, jobs and growth will not be the deciding factors when they cast their ballots.
Values, leadership and party affiliation emerged as the dominant drivers of vote intent, even among respondents who acknowledged persistent price pressures on groceries and gas.
Economy Earns a Passing Grade, Not a Perfect One Fox News Digital canvassed attendees at the National Mall event as Americans gathered in Washington, D.C. to mark the nation's 250th anniversary.
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