
The economy is typically at the top of voters' minds in presidential elections, and Americans aren't feeling too optimistic as they head to the polls Tuesday.
A Gallup poll released in mid-October shows confidence in the economy remains low despite a decrease in unemployment and interest rates, lower gas prices and rising housing and stock values. Four in 10 Americans (40%) told the Financial Health Network they're experiencing moderate or high levels of financial stress, with some groups facing more than others: women, lower-income households, renters, the unemployed and unmarried people.