An article from a Cambridge, MA newspaper dealing with a campaign to lower the legal voting age.
An article written on youth radio about teen voting.
A small site devoted to the importance of teen voting.
A section from Parents-Talk.com which includes quotes from kids on the right to vote and age restrictions on voting.
The US Census Bureau provides information and statistics through surveys on voting in the USA
The center for voting and democracy provides information on the impact of voting systems on political representation, proportional representation, voter turnout, and the influence of money in elections.
Kids Voting USA is a national nonprofit, nonpartisan, organization that fosters an informed, participating electorate by educating and actively engaging young people and their families in voting and other elements of effective civic engagement. This site has everything! You can play interactive games, send a message, or just browse the materiel. They will tell you why voting is so important for teenagers, and how to get started. Awesome website!
This is a great site for anyone who wants to learn more about the candidates. Check out where every candidate stands on a number of key issues, compare candidates side by side, and even check out some cool links and additional resources. This site is very simple and easy to navigate through, although there are no interactive features or flashy designs.
A very dynamic and complex website from the US Congress. Take a look at all the congress members and presidential candidates. Get their contact information, learn more about their past, their stances on issues, and their voting record. This site has it all. If you are willing to spend the time that it takes to research a candidate, then this site will provide you with all you need. There are also tons of links and additional resources
An organization geared at younger audiences that informs and educates about the current campaigns and elections. You can learn about the candidates in a fun and easy way. What do they stand for? Do their beliefs match with mine? You can also register to vote through an easy online form. There are great resources on this site. The website is very well designed as well, and is exciting to visit. At Rock The Vote they will tell you how voting is cool!
I know the site name is long, but believe me, this site is worth it. Includes a number of different resources for teens, and ideas on lowering the legal voting age. This is an amazing website that even gives you the option to interact with other people, and participate in polls and questioners. There are great resources and tools. Again, this site is designed specifically for teenagers
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