What undecided voters want

Undecided voters summit on "CBS This Morning: Saturday" — Sarah Garrette/CBS

In a polarized political climate, it may be hard to imagine that any Americans remain on the fence about which presidential candidate they will vote for in November. But according to the latest CBS News/New York Times poll, 4 percent of likely voters are undecided. And in a tight race, winning over those voters would be a huge boost to the candidate who can sway them. With this in mind, CBS This Morning tracked down 10 undecided voters and asked them about the economic issues that will drive their decision in the voting booth. And if they could ask President Obama and Mitt Romney one question, what would it be?

Click through the gallery to find out what they told us.

Susan Simpfenderfer, New York

Susan Simpfenderfer - undecided voter No. 1 — Sarah Garrette/CBS

"While leaning toward the Republican candidate, I remain undecided until I learn more about how senior citizen issues will be approached -- Medicare, Social Security -- as well as defense, healthcare, post-secondary education, and anti-terrorism. While I feel cautious about how much our government should have to say in our personal issues, I embrace many social programs. 'Obamacare' has directly impacted me, however, just having received a letter from our health insurance company that our rates will increase by 12 percent, citing new federal regulations in healthcare. I have run my own small business for the past 10 years. This increase will directly impact our ability to hire new employees on a full-time basis as well as impact the business's ability to reinvest."

Question for the candidates: What are your detailed plans to restore our economy in the areas noted above, protect the elderly through Medicare and other programs, counter domestic and international terrorism, and decrease our dependency on China's money?

Rosemary Ellis, Pennsylvania

Rosemary Ellis - undecided voter No. 8 — Sarah Garrette/CBS

"I don't even know if I am going to vote for a presidential candidate. I will vote for my city, county and state officials, but might not cast a presidential ballot. I am undecided and disgusted. I think all primaries should be held the same day so we have a better choice. I wanted Hillary Clinton in 2008 and would have voted for Ron Paul this time. But now I am stuck with these choices. Everyone says President Obama has put us deeper in debt, but I don't know if the national debt is really his fault. Mitt Romney seems to be good at making money, but the negative ads about him taking over and closing companies has me worried. Obama seems to care more about women's reproductive rights. Romney wants to do away with Planned Parenthood. Most Planned Parenthood clinics only provide contraception to college students and low income women. I think the abortion aspect is blown out of proportion. Postponing pregnancy is a positive thing for women's health, women's education and the economy in general. Romney needs to move into the 21st Century and stop courting the super conservatives. I don't think that strategy will work for the Republican Party of the future - which is here already.

"My main concern is the economy. I have a college degree, but am living below the poverty line. I have no health insurance. I am still waiting for the economy to improve."

Question for the candidates: "Why do we send so much foreign aide to other countries instead of using that money to take care of our veterans, fixing public school buildings, repairing roads and bridges, and creating jobs?"

Jack Wyrick, New York

"From my view there is limited tax/financial legislation that has a direct and near term effect on my life, therefore my decision will be based on the presidential candidate's position on investment in infrastructure and social issues such as abortion and women's rights, gun control, poverty and homeless support, and responsible foreign aid. I was overwhelmingly supportive of President Obama in 2008 but, while still encouraged by the high points during his first term, I am a bit underwhelmed with his overall performance therefore I would say I am leaning his way but not with the same enthusiasm in 2008."

Jeffrey Stevens, New Jersey

Jeffrey Stevens - undecided voter No. 3 — Sarah Garrette/CBS

"I am trying to decide which candidate will do the least damage to the country in the next four years, and looking for an indication that he has a plan to stabilize the economy, increase job growth and not increase government interference in citizens' lives and rights. I disagree with many positions socially in the Republican platform but disagree with the way Obama has handled his term, including abandoning most of his campaign promises. I'm leaning Romney."

If you could ask President Obama one question, what would it be?
When you campaigned four years ago you said that the then record debt of $9 trillion was unpatriotic, that you would cut it in half by the end of your first term or we shouldn't reelect you. Now at the end of your first term it has almost doubled -- why do you deserve another term based on your performance and failure to live up to your promises?

If you could ask Mitt Romney one question, what would it be?
Considering the radical shift you've made in your positions on so many issues, including socialized medicine and abortion over the years, why should we believe you will keep any promises you made in this campaign?

Sean Monts, Virginia

Sean Monts - undecided voter No. 4 — Sarah Garrette/CBS

I have not heard enough from the candidates in their own words as to how they will work with Congress to address the pressing issues of education in America and the economy. I have only heard attack ads and not a substantial debate with either candidate.

If you could ask President Obama one question, what would it be?
Mr. President, what are your plans for moving public education forward in the United States of America from 2013 and beyond? More specifically how do you plan on reducing or eliminating college expenses for all Americans?

If you could ask Mitt Romney one question, what would it be?
Mr. Romney, many say that you do not care for the lower and middle class. Please tell me what are your concrete plans to build the lower, middle and upper middle class American population so that we will have a strong foundation that the rich can stand and prosper on?

James Lawson, Pennsylvania

James Lawson - undecided voter No. 5 — Sarah Garrette/CBS

I hear just talk from both parties, but no doable plans, and I do not think either candidate is the right one. The campaigns are negative; politics is this way now, all about dragging your foe down. My top concerns are defense, China, and immigration.

If you could ask President Obama one question, what would it be?
You had four years and I do not see much progress, why would I trust you with four more?

If you could ask Mitt Romney one question, what would it be?
Tell me how a billionaire relates to a person making $16 dollars an hour in a big box warehouse.

Geraldine Smith, Ohio

Geraldine Smith - undecided voter No. 6 — Sarah Garrette/CBS

I'm really concerned about Medicare, the economy, jobs, planned parenthood, taxes and defense. I'm waiting for the debates.

If you could ask President Obama one question, what would it be?
You are concerned about education, which is great, but, where are the jobs after the education?

If you could ask Mitt Romney one question, what would it be?
How do you plan to strengthen the middle class?

Phelvaree Smith, Ohio

Phelvaree Smith - undecided voter No. 7 — Sarah Garrette/CBS

I don't see much difference in the two candidates' positions when it comes to moving America forward. My top concerns are Medicare, healthcare, taxes, Iran and China.

If you could ask President Obama one question, what would it be?
What happened to all of our jobs?

If you could ask Mitt Romney one question, what would it be?
Why do you think that you can step in and change what has been destroyed in America?

Dave Hollenbach, Pennsylvania

Dave Hollenbach - undecided voter No. 9 — Sarah Garrette/CBS

The nation seems so polarized on every issue - especially Congress. Whoever is elected president, can he get legislation passed and can the executive and legislative branches have the guts to make hard, unpopular decisions? I'd like to see a commitment to do whatever is necessary, including raising taxes to get us 'back on track' in every regard.

If you could ask President Obama one question, what would it be?
What specific economic programs would you work with Congress to enact -- and if Congress remains as unable or unwilling to reach compromise, or to take any meaningful action to solving problems, how can we as a country move forward?

If you could ask Mitt Romney one question, what would it be?
In order to accomplish all you promise -- jobs, Medicare reform, defense, economic recovery -- would you commit to raising taxes if that's what if took to get this country back to living within our means?

Sabia Akbar, Brooklyn

Sabia Akbar - undecided voter No. 10 — Sarah Garrette/CBS

I am still an undecided voter because this time around I want to make sure I am confident in my choice of President. I voted back in 2008 for the first time in my life and was honestly captured more by the popularity of President Obama than what he was truly fighting for. Today as a voter, I want to be aware of what each candidate is fighting for and if it will truly benefit my family and myself. I told myself I would be unbiased regarding the candidates until both conventions were over. As for the first ladies, Michelle Obama won in their round. I need a President who will make the right decisions for people like me, recent graduates and future parents. My top concerns are healthcare, Afghanistan, China and immigration.

Watch: The voters ask experts these questions on CBS This Morning

If you could ask President Obama one question, what would it be?
When are you going to convert the Deferred Action Program to the DREAM Act?

If you could ask Mitt Romney one question, what would it be?
Being of Mexican heritage and knowing how many undocumented young immigrants there are in this country, why would you end Deferred Action for them? What alternate plan would you have for these DREAMers?