Americans between 18 and 24 years old voted less than any other age group in the 2012 presidential election, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. But with Millennials now outnumbering the Baby Boomers, the 2016 presidential election could see a bigger, younger turnout. It can be difficult to keep up with all the ins and outs of the political […]
In Politics, Some Are More Equal than Others
April 19, 2016 by
By Rachel Blevins An elite group of voters called “superdelegates” makes up about a third of the total delegates needed to win the Democratic Party presidential nomination. Their unique power has led some to criticize their role as undemocratic. Timothy Nokken, graduate studies director in Texas Tech’s Department of Political Science, said the Democratic Party’s […]
Millennials Turn Out on Super Tuesday
March 2, 2016 by
Millennials, or Americans born between 1982 and 2000, have become the largest and most diverse generation in United States history with over 83 million people, making up more than one quarter of the country’s population. The numbers of young voters could make or break the 2016 presidential election. Young adults have the power to influence this election more than […]
10 Things to Know – February 1st
February 1, 2013 by
Entrepreneurial Inspiration: Starbucks now has stores in 62 countries around the world. Regardless what you think of their coffee, it’s inspiring to see what a little Seattle coffee shop has become since 1971. – Forbes TTU Students: In case you didn’t know, TTU scholarship applications are due today. – TechAnnounce What the Frack?: Is fracking, though […]
