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'I've had people eating cat food': Rising cost of living top of mind for US voters

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'I've had people eating cat food': Rising cost of living top of mind for US voters. (2026, November 1). BBC News. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cwly0eev3m44o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

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The BBC reports that rising costs are a significant concern for American voters as midterm elections approach. Voters in North Carolina, particularly those speaking with correspondent Clive Myrie, expressed worries over the increasing expenses, with some mentioning extreme measures like eating cat food due to financial difficulties. The article highlights how this issue is shaping voting decisions ahead of the November 8 election.
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As Americans prepare for the crucial midterm elections, which will determine control of Congress, rising living costs are a top concern influencing voter decisions. The BBC reported that in North Carolina, voters expressed worry over increasing prices, with some saying they have resorted to eating cat food due to financial strain. Surveys indicate this issue is paramount in how many people will cast their votes on election day.

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“The articles discuss different locations (Florida vs North Carolina) and reference distinct interviews, indicating they are covering related but separate voter concerns.”
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“The articles discuss similar themes but describe different aspects and sources of information related to voter concerns in the midterms.”
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Americans BBC Congress North Carolina

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Americans NORP · 1× BBC ORG · 1× Clive Myrie PERSON · 1× Congress ORG · 1× Davy McIlveen PERSON · 1× Janet Heaney PERSON · 1× North Carolina GPE · 1×

Narrative

As Americans prepare to head to the polls for crucial midterm elections that will determine control of Congress, surveys suggest the issue of rising prices is central to how many people will decide their vote.
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-11-02
🔮 As Americans prepare to head to the polls for crucial midterm elections that will determine control of Congress, surveys suggest the issue of rising prices is central to how many people will decide their vote.
2026-11-02 · BBC News
'I've had people eating cat food': Rising cost of living top of mind for US voters · assertive framing

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'I've had people eating cat food': Rising cost of living top of mind for US voters asserted
cost → have → voters
As Americans prepare to head to the polls for crucial midterm elections that will determine control of Congress, surveys suggest the issue of rising prices is central to how many people will decide their vote. asserted
people → prepare → vote
The BBC's Clive Myrie visited North Carolina where he spoke to voters about the issue ahead of the elections on Tuesday. asserted
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