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What would get Gen Z to vote in California’s primary? These candidates are trying

Historical voter turnout data show that voters aged 29 and younger disproportionately sit out primary elections in California compared to the general voting population. Still, a few governor candidates have been targeting young voters in their campaigns, particularly through social media and colleg...

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What would get Gen Z to vote in California’s primary? These candidates are trying

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Historical voter turnout data show that voters aged 29 and younger disproportionately sit out primary elections in California compared to the general voting population. Still, a few governo...

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Techdirt23h ago

The California Primary And The Frustrating Absence Of Ranked Choice Voting

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Even if you don’t live in California you’ve probably heard about the California primary coming up on June 2 (although early voting has already begun). In particular, you’ve probably heard a...

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