Staff Reports
The announcement of President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential campaign seems to have sparked a flurry of activity on Vote.org. In a stunning revelation, over 38,500 people—mostly under the age of 34—registered to vote in the short span immediately following Biden’s exit. This marks a jaw-dropping 700% increase in registrations, eclipsing even the moment when Taylor Swift made the monumental decision to endorse Biden back in 2020. Apparently, the youth are flocking to the polls faster than they can download a TikTok app.
Vote.org, a so-called nonprofit that claims to be nonpartisan but appears to cater to the left, reported shattering their own 48-hour record for new registrations. With more than 38,500 “Americans” signing up, one has to wonder how many were prompted by Biden’s departure and how many were simply looking for an excuse to avoid their day jobs. Given the timing, it’s hard not to speculate that a majority of these new registrants lean leftward, especially since the Democratic Party is betting the farm on Vice President Kamala Harris following Biden’s retreat.
Nearly 40K new voters registered in 48 hours after Biden’s exit #Voterregistration #Democrats #Presidentialelectionhttps://t.co/kUJCePrO4H
— Randyluv (@Randyluv5) July 25, 2024
Andrea Hailey, the CEO of Vote.org, has been busy spinning this surge as a sign of a healthy democracy. However, one can’t ignore the fact that these “young voices” make up a staggering 83% of the new registrations, putting a whole new spin on what it means to be “woke.” While Hailey is enthusiastic about this uptick, the reality remains that youth participation often results in a lion’s share of votes for the Democrats. After all, when was the last time a group of under-30s voted en masse for a candidate who advocates for fiscal responsibility?
Interestingly, the supporters of Harris are fully convinced that the youth can pull them out of the electoral abyss. One can’t help but chuckle at the notion that young voters, known primarily for their online presence and ability to binge-watch entire series in one sitting, are going to swoop in and save the day. If history is any indicator, their loyalty might wane faster than a new video game release. Rather than rallying behind good old-fashioned values, it appears that many young voters are more excited about fleeting pop culture than substantive policy.
Despite this newfound enthusiasm for Harris, recent polling illustrates a different story. Former President Donald Trump holds a commanding lead among voters aged 18 to 34, with a whopping 58% support compared to Harris’ 39%. This glimmer of hope for the political right reveals that while Democrats may see a flash in the pan spike in registrations, the substantive support still lies with proven leaders who embody traditional conservative values. The Harris campaign may want to rethink their strategy if they aim to genuinely energize the youth vote.
In conclusion, while the Democratic camp is buzzing about a surge in voter registrations, it is worth noting that enthusiasm does not always translate to victory. If young voters lean toward candidates who resonate with their beliefs, the Democrats may find themselves in for a rude awakening come Election Day.
