Tuesday, March 22, 2016

Millennials and the 2016 election

For classroom discussion - and a written assignment for a small handful of students:

In 2305's section on public opinion we will looks at the concept of a political generation. Most students are members of the millennial generation - though another generation is creeping up behind them. I've heard them referred to as the Homeland Generation, and as Generationi (get it?).

I want you to consider what unique impact each generation is likely to have on the outcome of the 2016 election - but focus especially ion the millennial generation

For info:

- The Whys and Hows of Generations Research.
- How Millennials Will Impact the 2016 Election Without Voting.
- Clinton Maintains Big National Lead, Millennials Optimistic on Sanders.
- Do College Students’ Votes Really Matter in an Election?
- Will Millennials Determine The 2016 Presidential Election? New Poll Looks At Their Voting Plans.