The results are in, and they’re clear. The most recent Harvard Youth Poll just released this morning confirms what our Vote For Equality has seen building over the last few months—our campus mobilization is not just working; it’s on fire.
Across 47 college and university campuses, where 465,000 women are enrolled, the energy is palpable. Our efforts are igniting a surge in enthusiasm, especially among young women, and this latest poll adds even more fuel to the blaze. Peer influence is proving to be the key driver of turnout, and we’re capitalizing on that dynamic in a big way. |
Here are the Key Findings from the Just-Released Harvard Youth Poll: |
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Gender Gap Widens Dramatically: The gender gap has exploded, with Kamala Harris now leading Donald Trump by an astonishing 30 points among young women. This is a significant increase since the spring, when the gap was just 8 points. The surge among women, particularly young women of color, is powering our movement on campuses across the country.
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Meanwhile, Trump’s support among young men, though still present, is weaker, and his male supporters are less likely to turn out and vote. Harris’s gains among women, coupled with our mobilization efforts, show that our strategy of engaging and energizing young female voters is paying off—and it’s not slowing down. |
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Harris Leads Among Youth Overall: Kamala Harris continues to hold a commanding lead over Donald Trump among young voters. Among likely voters under the age of 30, Harris leads by a staggering 28 points (60%-32%). Even in key battleground states, where the race is tighter, Harris maintains a 9-point lead. This lead reflects the growing enthusiasm and momentum behind Harris, particularly as we approach Election Day. Across Vote For Equality Campus Mobilizations, students are tuning in, paying attention, and, most importantly, turning out the vote.
- Peer Influence is Key to Voter Turnout: Perhaps one of the most striking findings of this poll is the impact of peer influence on voting behavior. When young Americans believe their friends will vote, 79% plan to vote themselves. And that’s exactly what’s at the heart of our Vote For Equality Campus Mobilization.
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In stark contrast, only 35% plan to vote when they believe their peers won’t. This peer effect is driving voter turnout in a way that transcends traditional politics. On our 47 campuses, where conversations, friend groups, family, and social networks are pushing students toward the polls, we are leveraging this powerful dynamic. Our efforts to create social pressure and camaraderie around voting are working—and it shows in the poll numbers. It’s not even just students feeling the energy -- one of our Campus Coordinators in Michigan has even inspired her mom to start tabling and getting out the vote in her community! This movement is intergenerational.
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Concerns Over a Peaceful Transition of Power: Despite the high enthusiasm for Harris, young Americans are deeply concerned about what will happen after the election. Only 20% express confidence that there will be a peaceful transition of power, regardless of who wins. This speaks to a broader unease about the stability of our democracy and underscores why our efforts are so critical. Mobilizing young voters is not just about winning an election—it’s about securing the future of our democratic institutions.
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Our Movement: Growing, Engaged, and Ready to Win |
The energy we’ve seen on campuses is translating into real numbers. Our Campus Mobilization is growing by the day, with more students getting involved, more conversations happening, and more young women stepping up to lead the charge. The Harvard Youth Poll confirms that this election is about more than just politics—it’s about peer influence, social dynamics, and the collective power of young voters. And we are harnessing that power.
We’ve lit a fire, and this poll shows that it’s spreading. Now, more than ever, we need to keep up the momentum, fuel the enthusiasm, and ensure that every young woman—and every one of her friends—shows up to vote. Let’s keep pushing. Victory is within our reach. In solidarity, |
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