Youth in Politics: On the Ground in the 2016 Primaries
Learn about the work of organizations that worked to engage local youth in key states during the 2016 primaries.
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Race, Gender, Party Shaped the Republican Youth Vote on Super Tuesday
Various demographic factors influenced who young Republicans voted for across the party's Super Tuesday primaries and caucuses.
African American Youth Support Clinton, Shape Results in South Carolina
Age, as well as race/ethnicity, influenced vote choice in the 2016 South Carolina democratic primary.
Young Voters in the 2016 South Carolina Republican Primary
Our analysis highlights the issues and candidate qualities that mattered most to Republican youth in the state.
Where Will Young Voters Shape the 2016 Elections?
Our exclusive, data-driven ranking highlights the 2016 races where young people have the highest potential to decide elections.
College Student-Heavy Counties Played Major Role in Iowa Caucus
Bernie Sanders performed much better in places with a high concentration of college students.
How Youth Can Swing Elections: Lessons from 2014
In four key Senate races, young people's vote share and preference for one candidate shaped the election results.
Guest Post - Civic and Character Development: Good Data Starts with Good Measures
By: Amy Syvertsen (Search Institute), Laura Wray-Lake (University of Rochester), and Aaron Metzger (West Virginia University)
Guest Post - Measuring Progress Toward Youth Empowerment
By: By Carmen Procida, Diana Manee, Jeanne Dairaghi and Bronwyn Lucas