Tag: U.S. Presidential Race
Girl Scouts: Presidential race boosted girls’ political and civic interest
PEW credits youth as major factor in Obama win
Without a doubt, the overwhelming backing of younger voters was a critical factor in Obama's victory, according to an analysis of National Election Pool exit polls that were provided by National Public Radio. Obama drew two-thirds (66%) of the vote among those younger than age 30. This age group was Kerry's strongest four years ago, but he drew a much narrower 54% majority.