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Stacey Abrams Wants You To Know That Politicians Are Trying To Keep You From Voting

“I want young people to understand that voting is their power. If it weren't true, they wouldn't be working so hard to stop it.”

Why This New Yorker Is Running Against One of Congress’ Most Powerful Democrats

“[I want] to negate that idea that women are leading because someone has allowed them to or someone else has failed.”

Who's Officially Qualified for the 2020 Democratic Debates?

20 candidates are in.

Alicia Garza Wants 2020 Candidates to Talk TO Black Voters — Not Just About Them

“This project is a gift to candidates, campaigns, and even our own movements.”

Our Leaders Need to Listen to Us About the Climate Crisis

To really change things, we need to have power.

The Team Behind "Pod Save America" Is Trying to Fight Gerrymandering

The F*ck Gerrymandering Fund is up and running.

Netflix's New AOC Documentary Might Make You Want to Riot

Or you might want to run for office.

Can We Stop Obsessing Over Russia Now?

Our own government is as much a threat to our democracy and its values as any foreign power is.

Ayanna Pressley Wants to Lower the Federal Voting Age

“Across this nation, young people are leading the way."

This Mayor Could Be the First Openly Gay Man to Become A Nominee for President

Pete Buttigieg has added his name to the list of Democratic candidates for the 2020 presidential race.

Republicans Have Been Accused of MESSY Election Fraud in North Carolina

“My official answer is ¯\(ツ)/¯."

The Nation's Highest-Ranking Native Woman Elected to Executive Office Has a Message for Indigenous Youth

"There is a place for you in this work," Lt. Gov.-Elect Peggy Flanagan says.

I Volunteered for a Candidate Who Lost — But I'm Not Giving Up

There’s still so much to be done.

Yes, the Midterms Felt Heartbreaking, but Not All Hope Is Lost

The diverse identities of candidates who emerged — winners and losers alike — will have an unmeasurable impact on young people.

6 Things to Do to Stay Political Now That Midterms Are Over

Six actionable items to keep yourself politically engaged post-election.

Why Do Candidates Run for Office When There’s Little Chance They Can Win?

These so-called “impossible” candidates put pressure on establishment candidates to address issues they likely wouldn’t otherwise.

29-Year-Old Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Is the Youngest Woman Ever Elected to Congress

"Never forget the hard work it took to get us here."

How to Take Advantage of Same-Day Voter Registration

You may live in one of the 15 states that allows it.

7 Places That Will Give You Free Food for Voting

Free Shake Shack crinkle cuts, anyone?