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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Bloomberg

How Donald Trump Cut Into Democrats’ Hold on Young Voters

Data from CIRCLE shows that Donald Trump’s support from young men increased to 56% from 41% in 2020.

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The Hill

Opinion: The gender dimensions of the Gen Z vote: What both parties can learn

This opinion piece cites data from CIRCLE on youth voting in the 2024 presidential election by gender.

Trump won support of young men, but also gained with young women: ‘He was able to speak to them and motivate them’

This article highlighting 2024 youth voter data from CIRCLE quotes Abby Kiesa and Kei Kawashima-Ginsberg.

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Newsweek

Donald Trump Flips First Time Voters

CIRCLE data that found young voters shifted toward Trump but mostly favored Harris is cited in this article.

WGBH

Trump gained ground with young voters thanks to gender gap and economy

Kei Kawashima-Ginsberg and Alberto Medina of CIRCLE comment on the issues that motivated youth voters to support either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump.

Gen Z isn’t as woke as you thought

This article highlights a vote analysis from CIRCLE that is based on the AP VoteCast survey of more than 120,000 voters.

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