# 2024 Presidential general election: How large and critical is the "unengaged voter" cohort?

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**Post date:** [July 5, 2024, 10:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2024-presidential-general-election-how-large-and-critical-is-the-unengaged-voter-cohort/1003776/8 "2024-07-05T22:36:40Z")

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I do not know the number of unengaged voters.

But, related to this, I think we will again see record turnout this November due to:

— The drama seen whenever Trump runs

— The drama of Biden’s apparent medical situation (whether or not he drops out)

— RFK Jr attracting some who hardly ever vote

As to how critical? Anything is critical if the election is close.

Here’s the effect:

[Thr Unusual Turnout Dynamic](https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/29/politics/turnout-2024-election-analysis/index.html)

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> A wide array of polls this year shows Biden running best among Americans with the most consistent history of voting, while [former President Donald Trump](https://www.cnn.com/politics/president-donald-trump-45) often displays the most strength among people who have been the least likely to vote.

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