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92-year-old Cameroon's President Paul Biya is attempting to connect with young voters through increased social media activity ahead of the October 2024 election, but his efforts are seen as superficial and ineffective by many, highlighting the challenges of engaging Cameroon’s predominantly young population on digital platforms.
The UK plans to lower its voting age to 16, prompting Israeli youth leaders to renew efforts to do the same in Israel, emphasizing youth participation and political empowerment. The move in Britain has inspired optimism among Israeli youth advocates, who argue that 16- and 17-year-olds should have a say in elections, reflecting their responsibilities and contributions to society. If approved, the UK would join a small group of countries allowing voting at 16.
Britain will lower the voting age from 18 to 16 by the next national election to boost democratic participation, joining countries like Austria and Brazil. The move includes reforms such as automatic voter registration and the use of bank cards for ID, aiming to increase turnout and safeguard against foreign interference. The changes, supported by the Labour Party and likely to pass, are part of broader electoral reforms to restore public trust in democracy.
Elon Musk's X platform has appointed Nikita Bier, known for creating viral youth-focused apps, as its head of product to attract younger users and boost growth amid challenges like declining user engagement and competition. Bier's experience in developing interactive features and engaging Gen Z could bring fresh energy to X, which is also leveraging AI tools like Grok. This move comes as tech firms compete fiercely for top AI talent to innovate and grow their platforms.
European Commission Vice President Margaritis Schinas is urging Taylor Swift to help boost youth voter turnout for the upcoming European Parliament election, citing her influence on young people. Swift has previously encouraged voter registration in the US, resulting in a significant increase in registrations. With the EU election approaching, Schinas hopes Swift's influence will help mobilize young Europeans to participate in the democratic process, especially as she is set to perform in Paris on "Europe Day."
Taylor Swift's Instagram post urging her followers to register to vote through nonpartisan nonprofit Vote.org resulted in over 35,000 new registrations, marking the largest National Voter Registration Day since 2020. The organization also saw a significant increase in 18-year-old registrations, with a 72% increase compared to 2019 and a 115% increase compared to 2022. This is not the first time Swift has encouraged her fans to vote, as she has previously partnered with Vote.org to promote voter participation.
Taylor Swift's Instagram post encouraging her 272 million followers to register to vote using Vote.org on National Voter Registration Day resulted in a spike in voter registration. Vote.org reported 157,041 eligible voters visiting the site and 35,252 new registrations. The organization also saw a 72% increase in 18-year-olds registering compared to 2019 and a 115% increase compared to 2022. This is not the first time Swift has used her platform to promote voter registration, as she previously did so in 2018.
More than 35,000 people registered to vote after Taylor Swift directed her 272 million Instagram followers to Vote.org on National Voter Registration Day. The nonprofit organization saw an average of 13,000 users every half hour after Swift's post, resulting in a 22.5% increase in registrations compared to the previous year. There was also a significant increase in registrations by 18-year-olds, with a 115% rise from last year. Vote.org CEO Andrea Hailey described the numbers as a "love letter" to Swift, highlighting the impact of youth engagement in shaping future elections.
The Albuquerque Dragway is hosting "Midnight Madness" events on select summer Saturdays to provide a safe and controlled environment for street racing enthusiasts. The dragway aims to address the issue of street racing by offering a late-night racing experience for young drivers, attracting a younger crowd with faster cars. The events have been well-received, giving racers an adrenaline rush and a place to go without getting into trouble. The dragway's initiative is seen as a positive step in curbing illegal street racing activities in Albuquerque.