Gen Z
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Q&As
Registered Gen Z Latinos Double Compared to Millennial Latinos in Georgia
The number of Latino registered voters in Georgia almost doubled from Millennials, born 1981-1996, to Generation Z, born 1997-2012, the largest increase of any racial demographic in data that includes all registered Georgia voters. Miguel Martínez, a 21-year-old Latino student at the University of Georgia and a registered voter, registered…
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Q&As
UGA Student Says Voting Is ‘Bare Minimum’ for Citizens
Leo Jahn, a fourth-year computer science and music major at the University of Georgia, plans to vote in person for the 2026 Georgia primary elections. He said the environment and the economy are some of the most important issues that will influence his decisions in the May elections. “I’ve always…
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In-Depth
The Room Where it Happens: University of Georgia Students Put Politics in Motion
Caleb Lux, president of the Young Democrats of the University of Georgia, opened the group’s weekly meeting by saying “the government has shut down.” His words hung in the air of the Miller Learning Center classroom, but instead of silence, the room filled with voices. On the same Wednesday…
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Q&As
Q&A: College Republicans Leader Sees Rising Interest Following Charlie Kirk’s Death
Carter Sampson is the membership director of the College Republicans at UGA, which has seen increasing involvement in response to a tense political climate. Q: In the wake of all the violence with Charlie Kirk, do you feel like it’s inspired more conservatives in our generation? As the membership chair…
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Athens-Clarke County
Nurturing Connection: Vital Role of ‘The Third Place’ for Gen Z
WATCH: The term “Third Place,” another name for “a home away from home,” is trending among Generation Z, who are looking for ways to build community — and local businesses in Athens are responding. Emily Ezratty was greeted by laughter and the low hum of conversation as…