Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning & Engagement (CIRCLE)

The Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) focuses on the political life of young people in the United States, especially those who are marginalized or disadvantaged. CIRCLE’s scholarly research informs policy and practice for healthier youth development and a better democracy.

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CIRCLE in the News

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Can Democrats win over Trump voters with this one issue?

This article cites data from CIRCLE that shows 26 percent of youth respondents to a post-election survey said climate was one of their top three priorities.

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What’s driving Gen Z’s voting behavior?

Data from both CIRCLE and the Cooperative Election Study is cited in this article on the youth gender voting gap in the 2024 election.

Democrats are falling short with young voters; says RNC Youth Advisory Council chair

Data from CIRCLE indicating increased youth voter support for Donald Trump in the 2024 election compared to 2020 is referenced in this article.

Bloomberg News

Gen Z Is Politically Old Before Its Time

Alberto Medina of CIRCLE comments on the differing issues that young women and young men prioritize when voting.

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POLITICO

The New Partisan Divide Is Old Gen Z vs. Young Gen Z

This article cites data from CIRCLE research showing that Donald Trump gained support of young white women between 2020 and 2024, when they were split 49 percent to 49 percent between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris.

The 74

Gen Z Has a Complex Relationship with Democracy, Survey Reveals

This article dives into the results of a CIRCLE and Protect Democracy poll, conducted in November 2024, measuring Gen Z’s perspective and attitudes about democracy. CIRCLE’s Sara Suzuki is quoted.

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