A new survey from Axios-Generation Lab has revealed how young voters are currently feeling about the 2024 election. The survey involved eligible voters under 35. According to the results, President Joe Biden has a narrow lead over former President Trump.
Biden’s Youth Lead
The survey revealed that 52% of young voters prefer Biden over Trump, as the latter received only 48% support. The survey also showed that many of the participants see political participation as important. 70% of young voters claimed they will definitely or very likely vote in the upcoming election.
Definite Voters Swing Towards Biden
The Axios survey also revealed that, among those who were determined to vote in the election, the support for Biden increased to 63%. This shows just how important young voters could be in tipping the scale in the upcoming election. Historically, young voters have always been an important demographic.
Comparing Past and Present Preferences
During the 2020 election, young voters mostly supported Biden Trump. According to a Pew Research Center report, Biden had a 20% point margin over Trump among young voters. The newest results have suggested there has been a shift in political preferences among Gen Z and millennial voters.
Shifts in Young Voter Support
However, a New York/Sienna poll from December shows a different story. This poll revealed that Trump has a 6% point lead over Biden among voters under 30. Clearly, these results are very different from the Axios-Generation Lab report. Some political analysts claim that this shows young voters’ support is constantly changing.
NBC News Poll
Similarly, an NBC News Poll in November showed just how close this presidential election is. In this poll, Trump was leading Biden by four percentage points among voters under 35. This difference in opinion across polls highlights how divided young voters are about the 2024 election.
Taylor Swift’s Potential Influence
Some political analysts have also spoken about the importance of celebrity endorsements. There have been several rumors about pop star Taylor Swift’s preferred candidate. According to rumors, the Biden campaign is looking for Swift’s support. Her choice of candidate could be a deciding factor in the election.
Changing Votes
In the same poll, a small fraction of participants said they would be willing to change their vote based on Swift’s support for a candidate. Similarly, 6% of young voters said that Swift encouraging them to vote would make them more likely to participate in the upcoming presidential election.
Survey Demographics
Axios-Generation Lab conducted the survey between February 3rd and 14th. They questioned 1,073 participants between the ages of 18 and 34. The survey had a margin of error of 3 percentage points. As such, the results offer an accurate snapshot of how young Americans feel in terms of politics.
Other Celebrities
At the same time, some people have highlighted the important role that other celebrities play in political activism and influencing young voters. Figures like LeBron James, Beyonce, and Lady Gaga have previously been involved in political campaigns. Their action, or inaction, in the upcoming election could be very important.
New Hampshire Youth
During the Republican primaries, young voters in New Hampshire showed a strong preference for President Trump, with a 16% youth turnout. Trump won 58% of the youth vote here. This was slightly higher than the youth turnout during the 2012 election, which was the last time there was a competitive Republican primary in the state.
State-by-State Youth Voter Trends
During the 2022 elections, four states saw youth voter turnout exceed the historic highs of 2018. These states were Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, and Arkansas. This suggests that young voters are becoming more engaged in the elections across the United States. This is likely to be very important since several of these states played key roles in competitive statewide races.
Election Laws
In 2022, Michigan led the nation in youth voter turnout. Political analysts claim this is mostly due to policies that have made it easier to register to vote. This includes online and same-day registration and automatic voter registration, which was introduced in 2019. These changes have helped improve youth participation in elections.
Voter Registration Initiatives
There have been several moves to increase youth registration. In Michigan, Minnesota, Colorado, and Washington, there have been significant increases in youth registration numbers between 2018 and 2022. These initiatives are important for improving youth participation in democracy and ensuring they use their voices politically.
Digital Strategies
In order to improve his appeal among young people, the Biden-Harris campaign recently took to TikTok. This comes after the administration’s security concerns with the app. By engaging with younger voters on popular social media apps, the campaign aims to meet voters where they are so that they can gain their votes.
The Use of Social Media
Recent trends show that young voters are changing how they engage with politics through platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Several politicians have begun using memes and viral videos to discuss complex issues in simpler terms. This has been particularly important in increasing political awareness and participation among young voters.
Climate Change
One important issue for young voters is climate change, which has influenced their political preferences more than any previous generation. Surveys show that male voters under 35 prioritize environmental policies when choosing a candidate. This has led to several candidates supporting more aggressive measures to fight climate change.
Student Loan Debt
At the same time, the burden of student loan debt is an important issue for many young Americans. This issue affects their current financial situation and their future economic prospects. One of Biden’s key proposals during the 2020 election campaign involved his comprehensive plans for debt relief.
Political Podcast
Many young people are getting their political information from podcasts and YouTube channels. These platforms offer discussions, interviews, and analyses of current events and policies. For many young people, these platforms are an alternative to traditional news sources, and they offer views that often align with their values and concerns.
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