By last Friday, more citizens had already voted in Texas than in the entire 2016 election. These early statistics show that 2020 could be a record-breaking year for early turnout across the entire country. Amidst the throngs of early voters is a dramatic increase in voter turnout … [Read more...] about 2020 voter turnout surpassing 2016 already, especially among young voters
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Three times more voters turned out for Georgia’s primary in 2020 than in 2016
Georgia’s primary elections made headlines last week for all the wrong reasons. However, despite long lines, lack of ballots, and voting machine malfunctions, three times as many votes were cast compared to the 2016 presidential primary. As of last Friday, 91 percent of votes … [Read more...] about Three times more voters turned out for Georgia’s primary in 2020 than in 2016
Yesterday was National Voter Registration Day, are you registered to vote?
Yesterday we shared a story about how college voter turnout doubled between 2014 and 2018, but in light of yesterday’s National Voter Registration Day, we are here to remind you that everyone’s voice should be heard on election day! Voter Registration Day was established in 2012 … [Read more...] about Yesterday was National Voter Registration Day, are you registered to vote?
Doubled voter turnout rates show college students are ready for political change
If you have been on Facebook lately, you have likely seen the platform’s voter registration initiative. Theirs is not alone, many programs, especially on college campuses, have been urging young voters to register. And it's working. According to the Institute for Democracy and … [Read more...] about Doubled voter turnout rates show college students are ready for political change