Idaho seniors have been hit hard by the recession, their incomes are low, their living costs are rising - and they're very, very likely to vote. That's the picture that emerges from a new survey commissioned by the AARP Idaho, which described Idahoans over age 50 as "the most powerful vote in Idaho."

The seniors group is launching statewide voter education efforts that will include asking its members which issues matter most to them, and laying out the candidates' positions in voter guides for every congressional, statewide and state legislative race this year. Idaho's primary election is May 25. "What we're saying is, look, this is the largest voting demographic in the state - you need to be cognizant of the issues that matter the most to them, " said David Irwin, AARP Idaho spokesman. You can read my full story here at spokesman.com, and see the full survey results here.