Want to Save Democracy? Reduce the Voting Age
This piece published by Common Dreams argues that a lower voting age and stronger civics education can strengthen democracy in America.
Oakland Students Won the Right to Vote in School Board Elections
Teen Vogue chronicles work to lower the voting age in Oakland.
Oakland’s Measure QQ and the Future of Our Democracy
This KQED piece looks at the story of Measure QQ in Oakland, featuring interviews with many of the organizers leading the effort.
Youth vote advocates already looking toward the next election
The San Francisco Examiner talks with youth activists following the narrow defeat of Prop G.
More cities consider letting 16-year-olds vote in local elections
The Washington Post reports on the latest action in the Vote16 movement.
Voting at a Younger Age Can Fortify Our Democracy
Vote16 youth leader Arianna argues for lowering the voting age in this op-ed.
Learning by Voting: Students Want the Right to Make a Difference in Real Life
This in-depth feature story looks at campaigns to lower the voting age and other work to elevate youth voice in local government decision making.
Young people deserve a say in our future
Read this op-ed from youth organizer Jackie, published in the San Francisco Examiner.
California student activists push to lower voting age to advocate for change
EdSource covers youth-led work to lower the voting age in California cities.
Daily Wire: San Francisco To Vote On Whether 16-Year-Olds Should Vote
The Daily Wire reports on the Vote16SF campaign.