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L.A. voters worry about outside influence in midterm elections, new poll finds

A poll suggests most L.A. County voters are confident with the county's handling of elections, but many worry that outside influence, including online misinformation and political interference, could taint the midterms.

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Los Angeles Times· Oct 15, 10:00 AML.A. voters worry about outside influence in midterm elections, new poll finds

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