Now, there are 18 million registered voters in Texas, the highest number ever. SMU political scientist Cal Jillson says Hispanics, who used to register at low rates are now signing up in much bigger numbers.

If you live in Texas, make sure to register to vote! The deadline is coming up in a few days on the 7th. Note that for Texas you must register either in person or by mail, you cannot register online unlike most states

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  • flying_gel@lemmy.world
    25·
    1 month ago

    Also younger voters, especially young women are much more invested in politics and more likely to vote than ever.

    • givesomefucks@lemmy.worldEnglish
      32·
      1 month ago

      Eh…

      In the 1960s it was like 50%, I don’t think we’re there yet

      And people talk about how today’s violence, extremism, and division is new like the Civil Rights movement never happened and Malcolm just had that AK for a photo OP.

      You’re “than ever” isnt accurate.

      • flying_gel@lemmy.world
        71·
        1 month ago

        The 1960s had political engagement and division, no one’s denying that.

        However it was surpassed in 2020 which was a record year for turnout of 66.8% of eligible voters. Specifically, 90.6% of eligible women were registered, and about 68.4% of them actually voted. Women outpaced men in both categories. Young voters, especially young women, were a big part of that surge.

        Trump lost big then, imagine now with all the news about record registrations how much he might lose by now. Personally I think it would be very funny to see Harris break 100M votes,. Can you imagine how angry Trump would be :)