CIRCLE (The Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement)
conducts research on the civic and political engagement of young Americans.
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2018 Election Center

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Our 2018 Election Center contains the most important CIRCLE data and analysis related to young people and the 2018 midterm elections, as well as additional tools and resources like our Youth Electoral Significance Index.

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Youth in Politics: On the Ground in the Hawkeye State

When it comes to understanding youth political engagement, it’s critical to look at both data and dynamics on the ground. As a result, to supplement CIRCLE’s primary and caucus analyses, we are also asking practitioners to provide reflections on their work with youth in a given state. These reflections come from different types of organizations—from Read More >

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February 1st, 2016
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Young New Hampshire Voters Historically Active, Independent-Minded in Primaries

Many eyes are on New Hampshire, site of the first presidential primary. Young New Hampshirites have historically responded to the attention paid to their state by turning out at higher rates (according to our estimates) than youth in other states’ primaries and caucuses. But young New Hampshirites of both parties have a mixed record when Read More >

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February 1st, 2016
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Young Iowans Bellwether for Youth Electoral Support?

Young people (ages 18-29) make up nearly a fifth of the population in Iowa. The February 1st Iowa caucuses are an important testing ground for presidential candidates. They may also indicate which 2016 candidates resonate most with young voters. That’s especially true of young Iowa Democrats, who have favored their party’s eventual nominee more frequently Read More >

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January 27th, 2016
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How Youth Can Swing Elections: Lessons from 2014

Youth can swing an election: in 2012 we reported that, had Mitt Romney split voters age 18-29 with President Obama in four key battleground states, he would have won the White House. A new CIRCLE analysis of four pivotal 2014 Senate races shows that young people may have had a significant impact on those results Read More >

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January 25th, 2016
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New CIRCLE Researcher: Noorya Hayat

Noorya Hayat has joined CIRCLE as a researcher. She is currently working on projects that help promote civic learning and engagement in the K-12 education system and beyond as well as researching the impact of national service on employment opportunities. Noorya is passionately interested in narrowing gaps in civic education, awareness, and life-opportunities for under-resourced Read More >

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January 20th, 2016
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