Guest Post - Critical Consciousness Impact Measures
By: Matthew A. Diemer, University of Michigan; Ellen Hawley McWhirter, University of Oregon; Emily J. Ozer, University of California-Berkeley; Luke J. Rapa, Michigan State University
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The GOP Should Talk To, Involve Young Republicans in Campaigns
Data suggests that there is untapped potential for the Republican Party to resonate and engage with youth.
2014 Youth Turnout and Registration Rates Lowest Ever Recorded
Changes to civic education, youth engagement, and electoral outreach will be essential to reversing this trend in 2016 and beyond.
How Do Young People Decide Who to Vote For?
Young people care more about candidates' issues than their personal qualities, and prize candidates who have a vision for bringing change.
Research on News Media and Implications for Youth Engagement
Two evaluations conducted by CIRCLE experts shed light on the potential of various media to inform and engage people in productive discussion and action about political issues.
America’s Civic Renewal Movement: Implications for Youth Engagement
A report co-authored by CIRCLE Director Peter Levine draws important conclusions from the insights of top leaders in American civic life.
Does the Age of a Presidential Candidate Matter to Young Voters?
It does not appear to be a decisive factor for youth as they consider presidential candidates.
Young Voters on 2016 Candidates: Meh
Several potential 2016 presidential candidates don't rate highly among youth who participated in the 2014 midterms.
Making Civic Education Reform Work: The Florida Partnership for Civic Learning
CIRCLE's research is informing policy and practice to improve civic education in the Sunshine State.