Across several highly competitive statewide elections, Democratic candidates performed better in counties with a high proportion of young people—especially youth of color.

Our day-after estimate found that 31% of young people cast ballots in the 2018 midterms, overwhelmingly for Democratic candidates

During election cycles, local media can play a crucial role informing young people and advancing their development as participants in democracy.

Only 56% of young people, ages 18-24, choose to affiliate with the Democratic or Republican parties.

Our pre-election poll finds that young people who engage in political activity online are also more likely to engage in person.

Young people increasingly believe that they have the ability to work together to effect social and political change.

Our exclusive pre-election poll finds that young people are paying attention to the election and intend to support Democrats.

In the Democratic primary race for the Massachusetts 7th District, Pressley drew support from precincts with more youth and people of color.

The youth-led movement against gun violence has focused on voter registration, which may help increase the electoral engagement of the youngest eligible voters.