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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NPR

The U.K. will lower its voting age to 16. Could the U.S. follow suit?

Alberto Medina of Tisch CIRCLE is quoted throughout this article examining the divisive issue of lowering the voting age.

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The New York Times

Why We Mistake the Wholesomeness of Gen Z for Conservatism

This article cites research from CIRCLE that shows Gen Z doesn’t have much trust in the mainstream political parties nor national politicians.

What Mamdani’s Victory Says About Engaging Gen Z Voters

His campaign drew a surge of new voters, including young people. Will the youth vote help shape the 2026 midterms, too?

VOX

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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POLITICO

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.

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