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Young Voter's Guide to Social Media and the News

Many young adults say they have a hard time finding unbiased information about issues and candidates.* Use this guide to cut through the election season hype and get the info you need.

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Election news and media | Get ready to vote | Get inspired | Tools for teachers | Resources for parents

Navigate election news and media

Learn how to find sources of credible information about candidates, voting, and the election.

2020 Social Media Voter Scorecard

Deepfakes and Democracy

Social Media: Is Your Breaking News Broken?

9 Ways to Learn About State and Local Elections

5 Things to Check Before Sharing News About Politics

Political Ads on Social Media: Selling the Truth?

Get ready to vote

Use these resources to get ready for Election Day.

Digital encyclopedia of American politics

Volunteer to get out the vote

All the information you need to vote

Personalized voting information for your state in Spanish

Tools to empower a new generation of Latinx voters

Hub for young people to get involved in the political process

Get inspired to make a difference

Consider all the ways you can make an impact this election.

8 Ways You Can Make a Difference in the Election (Even if You Can't Vote)

6 Youth-Led Political Movements to Inspire You to Vote

5 Documentaries That Go Deep on Key Issues in the 2020 Election

Tools for teachers

Browse lesson plans to help your students make sense of social media and the news.

Lesson Plan: Help Students Think Critically About "October Surprises" and Their Impact on Elections

Lesson Plan: Are Deepfakes a Threat to Democracy?

Lesson Plan: Is Breaking News Broken on Social Media?

Resources for parents

Get tips for talking to your teen about voting and the election process.

How to Spot Fake News (and Teach Kids to Be Media-Savvy)

Common Sense Explains: What Are Deepfake Videos?

Teaching Kids Media Smarts During Breaking News

 

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*For more information on this topic, see our research on voting engagement by age.

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