The election
In pictures

2010 election
Issues

Steel chain held together with red string

If Health Care Reform Unravels

Critics want to scuttle the law. What happens if they do? read

Medical Marijuana

Older adults increasingly use it for nausea and pain. It's still controversial, even where it's legal. read

The
Candidates

The Battle for the Senate

Interactive map is your state-by-state guide to incumbents and challengers, campaign facts and important issues. Do

Governors' Races Hold High Stakes for the Future

Contests in 37 states will have huge impacts on state finances, reapportionment and presidential politics. Do

Wendy Rogers, candidate for Arizona state senate

Women on the Campaign Trail

A day in the life of three female candidates who are off and running. Watch

Who Wants to be the 'Governor of Gridlock'?

He said, she said: California voters choose between a former CEO and a former governor to lead the state during troubled times. read

The
Voters

The Election According to Cokie Roberts

The veteran political analyst breaks down your key issues. Listen

Survey Highlights Older Voters,
Their Issues and Their Clout

More than two-thirds of voters in the Nov. 2 midterm election will be 45 or older if current voting trends continue, according to a new AARP report. read

Jobs, Social Security Top Worries for Voters Over 40, Poll Finds

Almost half willing to pay more in taxes to get benefits. read

Portrait of the 50+ Voter

Angry and cynical about politicians, boomers increasingly bolster the conservative ranks. read

Poll: Mistrust of Candidates, Disgust With Politics Deter Voters

Of Americans planning to vote this November, more than one in four say that they may not cast a ballot because they don't trust the candidate. read

Hispanics Key in Midterm Elections

Latinos could prove pivotal if they turn up at the polls in November. read

Resources

What to Ask

Make sure you know where a candidate stands on issues that are of concern to you and your family. Read

How to Contact Yours

Find out who is running for office in your state and district and ask them your election questions. Do

How to Sign Up

You know the issues, you've questioned your candidates, but are you registered to vote? If not, follow these four simple steps to enroll. Do

What's at Stake?

AARP talked to its members across the country about which issues will be on their minds when they go to the polls on Nov. 2. AARP is nonpartisan — it doesn't support or oppose any political candidates or contribute any money to campaigns or political action groups. The Association does, however, want to inform voters on the issues that matter most to them and to let voters know where AARP stands.

The Economy │ The Deficit │ Social Security

Medicare fraud │ Access to doctors