The Delaware Valley youth vote is expected to be bigger than ever in this groundbreaking election year. But will young voters fulfill the promise and show up at the polls?
A growing force, young voters are electing candidates of their own age to office.
The Youth Vote in America KYW's David Madden reports that the importance of the youth vote has grown in recent years, but its history is relatively short.
Learning to Register, Learning to Vote KYW's Hadas Kuznits reports that first-time voters are often confused about how to register, where to register, and whom to vote for.
The Issues That Young Voters Care About KYW's Ian Bush looks into what drives youth interest in politics -- and what, as candidates hope, might get them to the polls on Election Day.
The Youth Movement in Philadelphia Politics KYW's David Madden reports that the push to get young people to the polls is not just a national drive on behalf of presidential candidates. Just ask newly elected Philadelphia mayor Michael Nutter or the two youthful political activists who helped get him into office.
Rockin' the Youth Vote KYW's David Madden reports that young people know they’re a wanted political commodity these days. So, what are the political parties doing to encourage the youth vote?
Just Barely Old Enough KYW's Hadas Kuznits reports that some high school students are lucky enough to be turning 18 this year. The rest are finding other ways to participate during this year's election.
Old Enough to Vote, Old Enough to Get Elected KYW's Hadas Kuznits reports that one person who may know a little something about youth and politics is Pennsylvania's youngest currently serving member of the General Assembly.
Will The Young Voters Sleep In? KYW's Ian Bush investigates whether candidates can rely on the youth vote -- or is it more fantasy than reality?
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Youth & Politics: The Underage
In this expanded Regional Affairs Council interview on the youth vote, KYW's Ian Bush talks with an Interboro High School junior who won't be able to vote in 2008, but wants to play a role anyway. (14:32)
Youth & Politics: The Internet
In this expanded Regional Affairs Council interview on the youth vote, KYW's Ian Bush talks with Ray Murphy, co-editor of the blog YoungPhillyPolitics.com. (23:14)
High School Voters
High school is about as young as you can get when it comes to being eligible to vote. But not all high school students are lucky enough to be turning 18 this year. KYW's Hadas Kuznits reports on their efforts during this year's election.
The Underage
At two area high schools, politics are front and center. KYW's Ian Bush takes a look.
Political Party Efforts
So, what are the political parties doing to encourage the youth vote? KYW’s David Madden has this report.
Youth Issues
So what drives youth interest in politics -- and, as candidates hope, gets them to the polls on Election Day? KYW's Ian Bush reports:
Relying On The Youth
Can candidates rely on the youth vote -- or is it more fantasy than reality? KYW's Ian Bush reports:
Social Networking
If 2004 was the year of the Internet in politics, 2008 is all about social networking web sites. KYW's Ian Bush takes a look:
Politics and Youth
KYW's Hadas Kuznits reports one person who may know a little something about youth and politics is Pa's youngest current serving general assembly member.
Getting Youth To The Polls
The push to get young people to the polls is not just a national thing. Just ask newly elected Philadelphia mayor Michael Nutter. KYW’s David Madden spoke with two youthful political activists who helped get him there.
Voter Registration
KYW's Hadas Kuznits reports there are a lot of questions when it comes to voter eligibility.
History of the Voting Youth
The importance of the youth vote has grown in recent years. KYW’s David Madden takes a look at its short history.
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