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Young voters powered Democratic gains in midterms

Voters under 30 backed Democrats at significantly higher rates than they did in 2024, driving the party's midterm wins.

Nov 6, 2026

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Young voters powered Democratic gains in midterms

Voters under 30 backed Democrats at significantly higher rates than they did in 2024, driving the party's midterm wins.

In brief

Voters under 30 backed Democrats at significantly higher rates than they did in 2024, driving the party's midterm wins. Voters under 30 voted Democratic at much higher rates than in 2024, playing a large role in Democratic midterm wins on Tuesday. Originally reported by NPR.

Young voters backed Democrats strongly

People under 30 voted blue at much higher rates than in 2024, playing a large role in Democratic wins in Tuesday's midterms.

The shift from 2024

Young voters' support for Democrats increased significantly compared to the previous election cycle, contributing to the party's midterm success.

A decisive demographic

A decisive demographic

Young voters emerged as a key force in this week's elections, demonstrating their growing influence in shaping Democratic electoral outcomes.

The big picture

Voters under 30 voted Democratic at much higher rates than in 2024, playing a large role in Democratic midterm wins on Tuesday.

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