Early estimates are signaling this could be the highest turnout for 18-29 year-olds since 18 year-olds were granted the right to vote in 1971.
Voter Turnout articles on Democracy Chronicles
Voter turnout is about the percentage of eligible voters who cast a ballot in an election and can be based on who is eligible to vote, something that varies by country. Also see our section on American democracy and our articles on Voter Suppression or Voter Access.
Young Voters Turn Out At ‘Extraordinary’ Rate In Midterms
Voters 30 and younger stepped up to the polls in Tuesday’s midterm elections at an “extraordinary” rate compared with the midterm turnout in 2014.
Why Young Voters Find It So Hard To Get To The Polls
When you ask young people why they don’t vote, especially from less affluent backgrounds they tend to report more barriers which usually is just and excuse.
Polling Shows Voter Enthusiasm Surges Among US Hispanics
Hispanics so much interested in voting this year than in the 2014 midterm elections in 2014 and their enthusiasm outpaces that of all U.S. adults.
Survivors Of Domestic Violence Face Unique Obstacles To Voting
Center for American Progress brief looks at unique obstacles to voting faced by the 10 million Americans who experience intimate partner violence each year.
How North Carolina’s Early Voting Changes Affect Voters
Residents of poor and rural counties have to drive farther than others to get to the polls during early balloting. Our map lets you explore the data.
Mail-In Ballot Postage Is Unnecessary Cause Of Voter Anxiety
Mail-in ballot postage becomes unnecessary cause of voter anxiety as voters can fill out ballots conveniently though stamp issue are still a concern.
Let’s Get First-Time Voters Mobilized! Vote. And Bring a Friend.
Democracy is gradually building its firm roots in America .The 2018 midterm elections has mark a great history in the lives of Americans.
Missouri Poll Worker Shortage to Impact High-Stakes Midterm
Potential confusion about the state’s voter ID law, changed by a court decision just weeks before Election Day, could cause problems on Nov. 6.
Campaign Launched To Help Georgians With Pending Voter Registrations
Leadership Conference with other civil rights groups launched voter education campaign this week focused on Georgia’s voters with pending registrations.