Record high oil prices, war with Iran, and controversial immigration policies are just some of the issues for voters. NPR's Domenico Montanaro talks about covering this year's complex midterms.
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Domenico Montanaro
Domenico Montanaro is NPR's senior political editor/correspondent. Based in Washington, D.C., his work appears on air and online delivering analysis of the political climate in Washington and campaigns. He also helps edit political coverage.
Emily Feng
Emily Feng is an international correspondent for NPR covering China, Taiwan and beyond from her base in Washington D.C.