In the upcoming midterm elections, both Republican and Democratic candidates are relying on the star power of their past presidents to boost turnout. As Donald Trump and Barack Obama campaign in their respective parties, the BBC's Sarah Smith attended rallies to ask attendees which president they think can still get voters to the polls. The key to winning the midterms lies in reaching out to the undecided voters who are crucial for the outcome.
As President Donald Trump and former President Barack Obama hit the campaign trail for Republican and Democratic candidates, both parties are hoping their star power can boost turnout in a critical midterm election. The BBC's Sarah Smith attended rallies featuring both men to ask attendees which president they think can still get voters to the polls.
Read more here for a simple guide to the US midterm elections.
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