Something I've not been able to get any info on and was wondering......What was the percentage of actual voter turn-out across the nation for this election, compared to say...the last two elections? Higher? Lower?

And separately, given all the name calling and accusations flowing back and forth from each camp.....do people really think the Congress and the House will work in a bi-partisan way and "come together"? I mean even when there is a clear mandate to the winner, it's like pulling teeth to get any legislation passed, because the President is of one party and control of the house and senate is of the other - but, especially in light of the recent events in Florida, seems like the US government will be even more deadlocked once this is all resolved and bygones will most definitely not be. Being a Canuck observer, please tell me if I am I missing something?