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These are the least politically involved states in America

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WalletHub compared the 50 states based on seven key indicators of political engagement, ranging from the share of adults who are registered to vote to the per capita amount of political contributions made in each state. In a heavily Republican state such as Tennessee, the congressional and presidential elections draw less attention and money than do swing states in the electoral college.

1. Oklahoma

2. West Virginia

3. Texas

4. Arkansas

5. Hawaii

6. Tennessee

7. Arizona

8. Utah

9. Wyoming

10. Nevada

Source: WalletHub. The top states for political involvement are Wisconsin, Colorado, Maine and Minnesota.