Boosting Youth Voter Turnout: Connor Treacy on Lean to the Left Podcast

Boosting Youth Voter Turnout: Connor Treacy on Lean to the Left Podcast In this episode of the Lean to the Left Podcast, host Bob Gatty interviews Connor Treacy, a California political organizer and former nightlife executive, about the low voter turnout among young people in the 2024 presidential election. Connor suggests that young voters shifted to Trump because of the participation of Elon Musk in his campaign, the use of conservative podcasts, and the popularity of UFC, which Trump strongly supports. Connor believes Democrats can learn from this and mix cultural events with political influencers to engage young voters and build a sense of community. He aims to merge music, culture, and politics in fun and informative events to mobilize and empower the next generation. Connor also shares his thoughts about potential Democratic candidates, including California Gov. Gavin Newsom, and offers insights into how the Democratic Party can recapture the youth vote by thinking outside the box. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction: The Youth Vote in the 2024 Election 00:35 Guest Introduction: Connor Treacy's Mission 01:23 Challenges for Young Voter Turnout 02:14 Factors Influencing Young Voters 04:17 Cultural Events and Political Engagement 05:20 Building Community Through Events 09:13 Expanding Political Events Beyond California 13:19 Connor Treacy's Political Beliefs 18:24 Future of Democratic Strategies 20:21 Conclusion and Contact Information 🎧 Subscribe for fearless commentary that cuts through the noise. 🌐 Visit our blog → https://leantotheleft.net 🎙️ Listen to more episodes → https://podcast.leantotheleft.net 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to support independent progressive media. About Bob Gatty Bob Gatty is a former journalist and communications consultant, the founder and editor of the Lean to the Left blog and host of this podcast. He's co-author of "Hijacked Nation, Donald Trump's attack on America's greatness. Link: https://amzn.to/4ePrTF7. Lean to the Left pulls no punches in calling out Trump, Musk & Co., who are turning our country into their own personal piggybank. If you enjoy this commentary, please visit, subscribe and share the Lean to the Left podcast. Meanwhile, please share your stories and experiences by commenting on this video and offering your thoughts. Your voice matters!