In Oakland and Berkeley, 16 and 17-Year Olds Can Now Vote for School Board
August 28, 202418m 53s
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Show Notes
In 2016 and 2020, Berkeley and Oakland passed ballot measures giving 16 and 17-year olds the right to vote in local school board races.
It took years — and a lot of pressure from student activists — but in this election, Alameda County is finally ready to let students cast their ballots.
Links:
- Register to vote online (click “pre-register”)
- How Teen Voters in Berkeley, Oakland Can Shape Upcoming School Board Elections
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