Young Voters Will Vote in Record Numbers
372 views · Published 18 September 2008 · 4:02 · Indexed 20 September 2026
Channel: Voice of America · 2008 · News & Politics
Some analysts are predicting a record turnout of more than 130 million voters in the US presidential contest between Republican Senator John McCain and Democratic Senator Barack Obama. Observers say that turnout may reflect a surge in the number of younger voters casting ballots. Both political parties are making a concerted effort to reach voters under the age of 30. VOA talked to young people to see how they feel about voting in the presidential election on November 4th. VOA's Chris Simkins has more on the story.
