Teaching for Democracy in 2020 and Beyond
CIRCLE is working with partners to provide educators the resources and support they need to teach about elections and grow the next generation of voters.
One-Third of Youth in Iowa Poised to Caucus; Strong Support for Sanders
Our exclusive poll of young Iowans suggest the potential for historic youth participation--and may spell trouble among young voters for national polling leader Joe Biden.
Growing Voters: 18 Ways Youth Under 18 Can Contribute to Elections
Underage youth may not be able to vote in the general election, but their voices and actions can be a vital part of the political process
Youth Turnout Among Teens Shows Need for Growing Voters
We estimate that only 23% of eligible voters under age 20 cast ballots in the 2018 midterm elections.
Growing Voters: Engaging Youth Before they Reach Voting Age to Strengthen Democracy
Multiple stakeholders have a role to play in creating the conditions for increased and more equitable youth voting.
2018 Youth Voter Turnout Increased in Every State
In all 42 states for which data is available, the percentage of eligible young people who cast ballots was higher in 2018 than in 2014.
Political Outreach to Youth Was Effective in the 2018 Midterms
While contact from campaigns surged, too many young people remained left out, undermobilized, and underrepresented in the electorate.
The Gun Violence Prevention Movement Fueled Youth Engagement in 2018
A majority of young people paid attention to the Parkland school shooting, and supporters of the movement were more likely to participate in the election.
Five Takeaways on Social Media and the Youth Vote in 2018
Because of their immense reach and potential to reach a broad range of young people, social media played a crucial role in the 2018 midterm elections cycle.