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The 2026 Youth Expertise Series has arrived! After receiving over 50 submissions, we are excited to share the first half of 'In Their Words', a series exploring youth perspectives on engaging in democracy. Read their work here: buff.ly/2sIGJlF

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 4h

How are ballots counted? Who runs your local election? What does a poll worker actually do? What are your rights at the polls? Good questions. Get answers here: buff.ly/EOGyiIw #NationalVoterEducationWeek

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

What do you need when you go vote? Voter ID requirements vary by state. Check what your state asks for at your official state or local election website before you go — so you arrive with what you need and no surprises. buff.ly/ktmn813 #VoteReady

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

It's Day 2 of #NationalVoterEducationWeek! Today, get to know your ballot. Your community is voting on candidates and measures that shape housing, schools, public safety, and more. See what's on yours here: buff.ly/XTc0YvD #VoteReady

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

CIRCLE is celebrating #NationalVoterEducationWeek Oct. 5-9! Get #VoteReady, starting today with voter registration. Check your status at buff.ly/cnOsMQn and read our 2026 registration research here: buff.ly/78c635w

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

In 2026, over 40,000 offices are on the ballot, from city council to Congress. 8 million new young voters will be meeting this moment! Voter education helps you show up prepared at every level. #NationalVoterEducationWeek starts tomorrow - learn more here: buff.ly/OaPEutc #VoteReady

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Thanks to Emma Davis from States Newsroom for talking to us about young voters, who are deeply focused on economic issues and searching for political leaders who will deliver results that improve their lives! buff.ly/ibX8buQ

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Gen Z isn’t choosing a side. They’re choosing issues.

Editor’s Note: This story is part of Gen Z at the Ballot Box, a collaboration between States Newsroom and The 19th.

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

On 10/1, Leela Strong will join a panel hosted by the Constructive Dialogue Institute to discuss what students are thinking about the midterms and how campuses can build trust and connection through election programming. Learn more and register here: buff.ly/8EsmZMp

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

"They're interested in the election. They understand the importance," our communications manager Alberto Medina told USA TODAY about young voters in the 2026 midterms. buff.ly/XjD5I1p

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Record youth turnout? How young voters could impact midterm elections

Recent polls show young voters are excited to vote in this year's midterm elections. Here's what it could mean.

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The Dallas Morning News editorial board cites our research and argues that Texas should make it easier for young people to register to vote. buff.ly/GBRkbAt

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Have you seen the latest estimates of changes in youth voter registration? Based on analysis of voter file data as of 9/1/26, we compare the number of young people, 18-29, currently registered to vote to September 2022—the most recent midterms. Read the research here: buff.ly/78c635w

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

In our pre-election report conducted with When We All Vote, 43% of youth (18-29) said they don't identify as either Democrat or Republican. Fewer youth, 22%, are “true independents” who do not lean toward either party. What matters to young independents? Read the new research here: buff.ly/4Cekqgn

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Young Independents: Diverse, Disaffected, and Doubtful of their Vote's Power

Authors: Alberto Medina, Sarah Burnham, Yanlin Ren Contributors: Liz Kopecky, Ruby Belle Booth

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Join Leela Strong, Senior Researcher Dr. Sara Suzuki, and Nicole Li, CIRCLE's Youth Civic Engagement Research Fellow, at Frontiers of Democracy 2026! Don't miss your opportunity to see these and dozens of other speakers and sessions during FoD 26! Register here: buff.ly/V1WMeWk

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

1/2 Young voters in 2026 could impact the midterm elections like never before. Learn more in the latest article from Tufts Now here: buff.ly/NwmsxaB

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Newhouse Director Leela Strong will co-present with the Constructive Dialogue Institute on civic engagement during the 2026 midterms, focusing on opportunities for participation, connection, & constructive dialogue across differences. Join us, 10/1, 2–3 pm! Register here: buff.ly/TiE66nT

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Midterms 2026: Fostering Civic Engagement in a Polarized Climate

Live session on October 1, 2026

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Have you registered for Frontiers of Democracy yet? CIRCLE Senior Researcher Dr. Sara Suzuki is co-presenting at the 'More than Data: Research Partnerships that Move the Work Forward' panel, one of over a dozen offered during the weekend! Register here: buff.ly/sCwdDHZ

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Grassroots Connector @grassrootsconnect.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Don't miss tonight's It Needs To Be Said with Leela Strong of @civicyouth.bsky.social at 8 pm ET. This important conversation will give you an edge in understanding young voters. grassrootsconnector.substack.com/p/reminder-i...

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[REMINDER] It Needs To Be Said - The Youth Electorate is the Key to Victory in 2026

Leela Strong analyzes the data so we can gain the trust and vote of young people

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Tomorrow at 8pm EST, Newhouse Director Leela Strong joins It Needs To Be Said on Substack Live to discuss the midterms. Explore youth voter influence in 2026, access insights about issues that matter to young people, and get updated on voter registration statistics! More here: buff.ly/DfrKw08

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It Needs To Be Said - The Youth Electorate is the Key to Victory in 2026

Leela Strong analyzes the data so we can gain the trust and vote of young people

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🎂 Just turned 18? Time to party like it’s your first election! 🗳️ Celebrate your Voter Birthday by getting #VoteReady this #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! Register now: bit.ly/2025nvrdreg

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Here’s a look at what September's youth voter registration looks like — stay tuned for the October update, which will reflect the results of #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! Read it here: buff.ly/JwMPJjX

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Modest Increases in Youth Voter Registration Compared to 2022 Midterms

Authors: Yanlin Ren, Alberto Medina, Sam Searles Contributors: Sara Suzuki

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Tomorrow's the big day, but it's never too late to join in the #NationalVoterRegistrationDay fun! Partner with us to get your community #VoteReady for the midterms here bit.ly/NVRDPartner26

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

CIRCLE is proud to co-host Frontiers of Democracy 2026! At a moment of significant political change in the United States and around the world, the convening will explore the essential elements of democratic process, policy, and partnership. Learn more and register here: buff.ly/jiJa1Xk

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

What's the connection between the March on Washington and a generation that has inherited a very different version of the Voting Rights Act? CIRCLE Newhouse Director Leela Strong & Alliance For Youth Organizing Executive Director Dakota Hall explore here: buff.ly/9ROJhv6

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Guest Post: The Youth Vote is Growing. The Voting Rights Act Isn’t.

Reflections on the anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

It's not goodbye, but it is a change! This week is the end of an era as Violet Johnson, Program Assistant for Research, takes on a new adventure as a grad student. Violet has been a leader for Tisch College and us, and we can't wait to see where she goes next. Please join us in saying thank you!

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Less than a third of college students voted in the 2022 midterm election. CIRCLE's pre-election poll shows that 2/3 of college students say they'll cast a ballot in the 2026 midterm elections. What are they looking for, and what can improve turnout? New research here: buff.ly/taAbdiO

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The Views and Needs of College Students Ahead of the 2026 Election

Authors: Yanlin Ren, Alberto Medina Contributor: Liz Kopecky, Scott Stetkiewicz

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

We compared the number of young people, ages 18-29, currently registered to vote to the same period in 2022—the most recent midterm election. Where does your state stand? Read the report here: circle.tufts.edu/latest-resea...

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Much of Gen Z came of age during the COVID-19 pandemic, making the possibility of finding political homes difficult. Read more about the current state of civic engagement in this article from @csmonitor.bsky.social here: www.csmonitor.com/USA/Society/...

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Today is # NationalPollWorkerRecruitmentDay, a national day of action established by the U.S. Election Assistance Commission to inspire civic engagement and encourage people to sign up to be poll workers. Learn more about becoming a poll worker here: www.powerthepolls.org/lwv

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

The 2026 Senate & Governor Youth Electoral Significance Index (YESI) rankings have been updated to reflect election competitiveness! The YESI provides rankings of elections where youth have the potential to shift election outcomes. Read the new list here: circle.tufts.edu/yesi2026

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Youth who are struggling may not be voting because they do not see political participation improving their lives. Nearly two-thirds of respondents in our pre-election poll who don’t believe their vote matters are struggling financially. Learn more here: buff.ly/0kk1lJs

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

"There seems to be a resonance with young people and candidates who hear and see their concerns, specifically about the economy and about challenging systems that aren't working." Newhouse Director Leela Strong in @USAToday Read the article here: buff.ly/xGNWs50

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

The 2026 Youth Expertise Series is accepting applications through August 10! Your first-hand knowledge and expertise of what shapes civic engagement should be at the center of all conversations, efforts, and strategies to strengthen young people's participation. Learn more here: buff.ly/2q51QNW

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Where does youth voter registration stand when compared to this time in 2022? Some states show growth of over 25%, while others have double-digit decreases compared to the past midterms. Where do the newest voters (18-19) need the most support? Read the new analysis here: buff.ly/54cigAR

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More Youth Registered to Vote In July 2026 than the Last Midterm Election

Authors: Alberto Medina, Yanlin Ren Contributors: Sara Suzuki, Sam Searles

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Nearly 60% of youth 18-29 say they 'sometimes' or 'often' have trouble with basic financial needs—a staggering level of economic hardship showing context that shapes whether young people can or want to participate in politics. Read the new research here: buff.ly/0QyTAzl

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Young People’s Finances and Overall Well-Being Are Key to their Political Engagement

Authors: Alberto Medina, Ruby Belle Booth Contributor: Sarah Burnham, Scott Stetkiewicz, Sam Searles

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Overall, two-thirds of young people in our pre-election survey said that their political views have changed. Youth whose views did shift were almost twice as likely to become more liberal/progressive (28%) instead of more conservative (15%) Learn more here: buff.ly/UFmazWZ

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

We talk about youth civic engagement. A lot. Now it’s YOUR turn! Our 2026 Youth Expertise Series spotlights valuable perspectives about civic life and participation from young (16-26) authors. Stipends provided! Submit by 8/10/26 Learn more here: circle.tufts.edu/youth-expert...

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

The 2026 Youth Electoral Significance Index (YESI) is out! YESI ranks the races where young people have the highest likelihood of decisive impact on election results. From NJ's 7th to AZ's 1st, here are the Top 10 Congressional districts. Read the full rankings here: circle.tufts.edu/yesi2026

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Discourse on youth shifting on the political spectrum has been steady, but sometimes only captures shifts among 2024 voters, who are not necessarily representative of all young people. What are the latest findings about youth/their political leanings? Read the new research here:

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Two-Thirds of Youth Have Shifted their Political Views in Recent Years

Authors: Sarah Burnham, Seona Maskara, Ruby Belle Booth, Alberto Medina Contributor: Sam Searles, Scott Stetkiewicz

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Happy Birthday, America! The next 250 years will be defined by all of us, but especially the newest generations of leaders, voices, organizers, and voters. #America250

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The 2026 Youth Electoral Significance Index has been updated to include the Top 10 and Top 50 House races where youth can significantly impact election results! Read the updated rankings here: circle.tufts.edu/yesi2026

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

After 3 years with us, CIRCLE Postdoctoral Fellow Dr. Jimmeka Anderson is leaving the team to pursue another opportunity. Jimmeka led incredible work in areas such as youth media, civic ecosystems, and broadband access. Please join us in saying thank you and wishing Jimmeka well!

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

CIRLE Program Manager Riya Rahman was an incredible addition to our team, and our networks will remember her as a creative leader & representative in various presentations/workshops. We would not have succeeded without her! Please join us in saying thanks & wishing Riya well!

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Last year, we worked with @ProtectDemocracy.org to study three distinct youth attitudes towards democracy, such as the examples below. Read the full article from The 74 here: www.the74million.org/article/at-2... Learn more about youth and democracy here: circle.tufts.edu/report-genz-...

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

In 2022's midterm elections, youth voter turnout was 23%. That's lower than in the historic 2018 cycle, which at 28%, broke records for turnout, but much higher than 2014, when only 13% of youth voted. Learn more about recent midterms here: buff.ly/wJgQohm

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

No one turns 18 and automatically understands the complexities of civic engagement! Growing civic literacy is a huge part of who we are - learn more here: thefulcrum.us/civic-engage...

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

After 6 years with us, CIRLE Researcher Ruby Belle Booth is leaving the team to pursue another opportunity. We are so grateful to Ruby for championing youth voice in everything, and are looking forward to cheering her on. Please join us in saying thank you and wishing Ruby well!

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

CIRCLE's Newhouse Director, Leela Strong, was honored to deliver the keynote address at the Minnesota Statewide Student Voter Summit this week! She also led a workshop about Minnesota's place in the 2026 Youth Significance Index & our work on youth political homes, featured here: buff.ly/GFuOnVu

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Earlier this year, we teamed up with @WhenWeAllVote.bsky.social to ask over 5,000 young people to weigh in on the issues they cared most about. This #DataSpotlights centers some of the answers we received from youth identifying as LGBTQ+. Read the full report here: circle.tufts.edu/latest-resea...

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

1/3 The 2026 Youth Electoral Significance Index (YESI) is out! YESI ranks the races where young people have the highest likelihood of decisive impact on election results. From Minnesota to Michigan, here are the Top 10 races for Governor races: circle.tufts.edu/yesi2026

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CIRCLE @civicyouth.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

1/2 Last week we published the 2026 Youth Electoral Signifiance Index (YESI), ranking the races where young people have the highest likelihood of decisive impact on election results. From Michigan to Montana, here are the Top 10 Senate races: circle.tufts.edu/yesi2026

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