Uneven Election Policies Across the Country Shape Youth Voting
Some states have made registering to vote and casting a ballot easier in recent years, while others have implemented new restrictive policies
Youth Voter Registration Is Up Compared to 2018—Especially in Key Battlegrounds
In more than half of states where data is available, there are more youth ages 18-24 registered to vote than in 2018. But the numbers among teens ages 18-19 are less positive.
Youth Mail-In Voting Increased in 2020, but Restrictions Threaten Access in 2022
Young people tend to mail or drop off their ballots later than older voters, which may present challenges in states with less forgiving deadlines.
Outreach from Community Organizations Is Key to Engaging Youth of Color
Our analysis finds that local groups and institutions can help connect youth to democratic participation, but they must do better to reach a wide diversity of young people.
Mail-In Voting Is Critical to Young Asian Americans’ Voter Participation
Efforts to restrict voting by mail or dropping off a ballot may undermine the engagement of a rising electoral force.
Youth Voter Registration Has Surpassed 2018 Levels in Many States, but It's Lagging for the Youngest Voters
Ahead of National Voter Registration Day, there's a lot of work to do to register 18- and 19-year-olds: the newest eligible voters.
The Youth Electorate Has the Potential to Decide Elections in Pennsylvania
In recent elections, young people's participation in this perennially competitive state has been strong, and could be decisive in 2022 if youth are supported.
The Youth Vote Could be Decisive in Wisconsin 2022 Midterm Races
The Wisconsin governor's race is #1 in our Youth Electoral Significance Index ranking of elections where youth can have a decisive impact.
Where the Youth Vote Can Be Decisive in the 2022 Elections
CIRCLE’s updated, exclusive data-based rankings of the races where youth can influence results seek to expand conversations about young people’s role in elections.