The Millennial Agenda - Political Influence and Voting Trends

Explore the political impact and priorities of millennials in this 54-minute talk featuring Ideas Festival Scholars Jessica Contreras, Saeed Jones, and Elizabeth Plank. Delve into the characteristics of the largest living generation in the United States, examining their role in recent elections and their potential influence on the 2016 presidential race. Analyze the factors behind millennials' political preferences, including their support for candidates like Bernie Sanders over Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump. Investigate the key issues driving millennial loyalties, their media consumption habits for decision-making, and the potential for this diverse and secular generation to shape the outcome of the upcoming election.

The Millennial Agenda