Tag: Elections
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Youth impacts the future of politics
By Aaron GarciaPulse Staff Reporter Voter turnout for the 2018 midterm election set a new standard for what to expect from American voters. Participants across the country attended the polls for a nationwide change, a 13 percentage point increase in voters from 2014 to 2018. The 2020 election is just around the corner, and…
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Voter turnout remains questionable for midterm election
By Thalía Guzmán Pulse Staff Reporter Voter registration rates in Texas have grown to a record-setting 15.6 million citizens in this midterm election, but it remains to be seen how many will actually cast their ballot on November 6. For young voters, it is important for them to be able to connect with the candidates before…
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MOVE encourages youth participation in city elections
By Reana Renee Chavez Pulse staff reporter San Antonio city elections are on May 6, and citizens will vote for a new mayor, 10 city council members and a variety of bonds. The City of San Antonio conducts its general election every odd year in May. Some local news outlets described the 2015 voter turnout…