Americans who lean toward neither political party are much less likely to follow the news closely

Some people seem to follow what's going on in government and public affairs most of the time, whether there's an election going on or not. Others aren't that interested. Would you say you follow what's going on in government and public affairs ... (%)

Note: Political leanings for the Democratic and Republican parties includes members of each party and Independents who lean toward that party.
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