Overall Youth Turnout Down From 2020 But Strong in Battleground States
Young voters backed Harris overall but shifted toward Trump compared to 2020, especially white youth and young men
One Week Away From Election Day, Most States Are Behind 2020 in Youth Voter Registration
A CIRCLE analysis of voter file data as of late October shows notable progress among the youngest voters, but major differences by state
Black Youth Are Invested in their Communities but Encounter Barriers to Voting
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's Young Voters, Rising Influence, and the 2024 Election
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.
Youth Expertise - Young and Leaving: How Nebraska’s Youth Exodus Could Impact Elections
As youth continue to move away, Nebraska communities lose young people’s unique perspectives and investments in the future.
Despite Challenges, Georgia Youth Can Play a Key Role in 2024 Election
Young people in the state have been influential in recent elections, but they may need support to overcome changes in election laws.
Republican Youth Are Numerous, Politically Active, and More Moderate than Older Republicans
Our analysis of young people who identify as or lean Republican shows that they differ from older Republicans in some respects.
The Top 50 U.S. House Races Where Youth Can Shape 2024 Election Results
An expanded list of districts from our Youth Electoral Significance Index highlights youth can shape results across the country.
Non-College Youth Need Information and Opportunities to Engage in Civic Life
Our analysis of youth without college experience, including "opportunity youth" who are also unemployed, shows major needs for outreach and support.