The Future Is Voting: Why Young Voices Matter Now

Young voters are the largest, most diverse voting bloc in the country, but they’re also the most disillusioned. In this episode, we dig into the gap between political power and political participation among Gen Z and Millennial voters. Why do so many young people feel like voting doesn’t matter? What’s fueling their dissatisfaction, and what motivates them to show up?We break down the numbers, bust the myths, and spotlight the organizers, campaigns, and conversations that are shifting the narrative. From TikTok to town halls, this episode is a crash course in how to reach future voters where they are, and why their voices are essential to the future of democracy.🎙️ Featuring:Bre DeShon, digital strategist and youth engagement advocate, socio-political commentator, and organizer📌 Timestamps:00:00 – Disclosure00:32 – Intro Song00:42 – Intro: Why Young Voter Engagement Matters05:29 – Getting Younger Voters Out ft. Bre DeShon06:10 – Who Are Young Voters?08:57 – Bre DeShon’s Background14:24 – Lack of Access to Politics / How Do You Break In?15:57 – How Did You Get into the World of TikTok?18:45 – Should We Use Fear to Get People to Vote?19:28 – Are the Democrats Fragmented? Are We “Too Woke”?19:44 – How Do You Reach Everyone as a Democrat?20:21 – Conversation with Bre Jefferson24:34 – The Environment & Climate Concerns28:35 – What Should We Be Focused On?30:37 – What Do We Need to Do Now?30:49 – Are Student Loans on the Ballot?34:28 – Do Younger Voters Still Care About Roe v. Wade?36:31 – What Would You Say to First-Time Voters?Whether you’re a civic educator, campaign staffer, content creator, or just a voter who cares, this episode has the data, the dialogue, and the direction we need to shape a more inclusive democracy.