Young Independents: Diverse, Disaffected, and Doubtful of their Vote's Power
Youth who don’t identify as Democrats or Republicans are less likely to vote and need more support to spur their engagement in democracy.
The Views and Needs of College Students Ahead of the 2026 Election
Current students are likely to vote but they want more information, changes to U.S. politics, and material improvements to their lives.
Young People’s Finances and Overall Well-Being Are Key to their Political Engagement
Youth are struggling to make ends meet and have a wide range of needs that can improve their lives and civic participation.
Two-Thirds of Youth Have Shifted their Political Views in Recent Years
Young Americans are more likely to be moving left than right on the ideological spectrum
Youth Are Likely to Vote in 2026—But Want to See Big Changes in Democracy
Exclusive data from a CIRCLE / When We All Vote youth survey provides insights on what youth want and need to vote in the midterms.
The 50 Million: Gen Z’s Power, Priorities, and Participation
In a major survey conducted in partnership with When We All Vote, over 5,000 young people shared their political values, priorities, and inflection points ahead of the 2026 midterms.