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The Issues that Matter to a Future Voter

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Back in 2020, when Francisco Chavero was 12 years old, he canvassed with his mother for Bernie Sanders in Nevada. Now at age 17, Francisco is looking forward to voting in two years time. He says he supports Democratic policies such as immigration reform, but agrees with Republicans when it comes to the economy. What does Francisco’s story reveal about the evolving dynamics of the youth vote?

Aired: 10/02/24
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