All articles tagged with #youth vote
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The New York Times
The article discusses how young voters in New York City, energized by Zohran Mamdani's campaign, are influencing older generations' political decisions, highlighting a shift in family political dynamics and the increasing impact of youth opinions on city politics.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
More than 200 million eligible voters will participate in Indonesia's election, featuring a three-way presidential race and a focus on job opportunities, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. The use of AI and social media in politics, as well as concerns over dynastic politics and the influence of big personalities, are key themes. The election will also select thousands of national and provincial lawmakers, with younger Indonesians playing a crucial role in shaping the country's future.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Hill
President Biden made his TikTok debut with a Super Bowl-themed Q&A video, playfully refusing to pick a side between the Chiefs and 49ers and jokingly endorsing himself for president. This move signals a potential effort to engage with younger voters, as TikTok is popular among this demographic. While the platform has faced criticism from Republicans over its ties to China, the White House has previously used TikTok to spread messaging on various issues.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Philadelphia Inquirer
Latino activists backing Helen Gym for mayor of Philadelphia have paid for a plane to fly a "Swifties for Helen Gym" banner over and around the stadium during Taylor Swift's concert on Sunday. The move is aimed at engaging more young people to vote in Tuesday's mayoral primary election, which is still too close to call. Gym is one of the front-runners in the race, and her campaign has advocated for better conditions in the city's schools and public education system, which impact young people directly. The flyover was not coordinated with Gym's campaign.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
Vivek Ramaswamy, a millennial Republican running for president, has proposed raising the minimum voting age for most Americans to 25, citing a need for greater civic engagement. The proposal has faced backlash from youth-vote organizers, including in his own party, who say it will suppress the vote and remind them of Jim Crow laws. The GOP has pushed for stricter election laws, including regulations that would affect young voters. Ramaswamy's proposal would require a constitutional amendment and meeting certain requirements to vote before turning 25, such as passing a civics test.