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Nov 4, 2024 | tallahassee.com | Deana A. Rohlinger |Grant Bailey |E. Ashby Plant

Deana A. Rohlinger, Grant Bailey, E. Ashby PlantYour TurnIn recent election cycles, political campaigns have heavily invested in social media strategies to engage young voters. From viral TikTok challenges to Instagram live sessions, the digital landscape has become a battleground for capturing the attention of the 18 to 29 demographic. The logic is straightforward: meet young people where they are—online.But a closer look reveals a more nuanced picture.

Sep 29, 2024 | tallahassee.com | Deana A. Rohlinger |E. Ashby Plant

Deana A. Rohlinger and E. Ashby PlantYour TurnThe idea of the angry voter has long been a staple of political commentary. From Tea Party protests to Occupy Wall Street, the narrative of an electorate seething with rage has been used to explain everything from voter turnout to the rise of Donald Trump. Anger, we’re told, is the fuel that powers American politics. It’s a story that’s easy to sell.