HBCUs Mobilize Students for Early Voting

As the 2024 U.S. election approaches, historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in North Carolina are mobilizing nearly 40,000 students to participate in early voting through initiatives like the 'Votecoming' tour. This effort, led by the North Carolina Black Alliance, aims to educate students about the ballot and encourage civic engagement, especially with Vice President Kamala Harris, an HBCU graduate, running for president. Simultaneously, the Brooklyn NAACP is also working to boost voter turnout in New York, having contacted 64,000 voters as part of their outreach initiative. In Mississippi, political organizations at the University of Mississippi are rallying students to vote, highlighting the importance of local representation. Each of these efforts underscores a broader commitment to empower young voters and ensure their voices are heard in the electoral process. The combined activities reflect a significant push across states to enhance voter participation ahead of the election.