Young voters backed Harris overall but shifted toward Trump compared to 2020, especially white youth and young men
A CIRCLE analysis of voter file data as of late October shows notable progress among the youngest voters, but major differences by state
Our research finds that Black youth can have complex motivations for participating in elections, and that there is a nuanced relationship between their community belonging and voting.
Wisconsin ranks highly in CIRCLE’s Youth Electoral Significance Index (YESI), a tool that highlights states and districts in which young people have the highest potential to influence the 2024 election results.
As youth continue to move away, Nebraska communities lose young people’s unique perspectives and investments in the future.
Young people in the state have been influential in recent elections, but they may need support to overcome changes in election laws.
Our analysis of young people who identify as or lean Republican shows that they differ from older Republicans in some respects.
An expanded list of districts from our Youth Electoral Significance Index highlights youth can shape results across the country.
Our analysis of youth without college experience, including "opportunity youth" who are also unemployed, shows major needs for outreach and support.