Voter turnout for Tuesday's election in Michigan, by most accounts, is shaping up to be near record breaking for a mid-term election. An energized electorate, a contested governor's race and ballot initiatives featuring hot topics have pollsters bracing for larger than normal crowds. But what is a normal voting crowd? Four years ago, only 42 percent of Michigan residents voted. Two years ago, that number rose to just 63 percent, despite the Donald Trump vs. Hilary Clinton showdown. We take a look back at the previous two elections to try and glean insight into how this year's election will go. MORE ►Michigan's 3 ballot proposals ►2018 Michigan voter guide ►Vote: Should partisan gerrymandering be illegal? |
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