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.
Voter Registration Policy: Impact and Potential for Equity
A CIRCLE white paper uses 2020-2021 voting and registration data to evaluate the impact of various laws in improving equity in participation.
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.
Local Media Access and Consumption Can Support Youth Civic Engagement
Data shows that some young people are consuming local information from news outlets, but there's a greater need for access that can support youth engagement.
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.