The Galvanization of the Young Vote in the 2008 Presidential Election: Lessons Learned from the Phenomenon

by Glenn Starks and Glenn L. Starks

Book Overview

In 2008, the United States stood poised to possibly elect its first African American president. This fact, coupled with the economic and political climate of the nation, galvanized young voters and led to one of the highest youth voter turnout rates in history. The renewed enthusiasm of young voters creates a unique situation in the United States, as the current level of political excitement and voting efficacy of this age bracket can be used to benefit...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761848436
• ISBN13: 9780761848431
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: University Press of America
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.9" x 8.8"