Economy Tops in Exit Polls

By Jon Cohen and Jennifer Agiesta
In both Maryland and Virginia, the economy is again the top issue among Democratic and GOP voters, according to preliminary network exit polls.

In terms of candidate qualities, "values" tops the list for GOP voters in both states, while Democratic voters are most eager for a change-oriented candidate.

In Maryland and Virginia alike, the racial makeup of the Democratic electorate is about what it was in the 2004 primaries.