Reactions vary from ‘happy’ to ‘sick’

NJ had highest youth turnout in 2020. Registration up again this year

Statewide competition runs through Election Day

Some young voters and voters of color say Democratic ticket’s stance will impact if they vote at all

Bill would allow 16- and 17-year-olds the vote in school races

The state’s largest city is enfranchising younger voters for school board elections

The ordinance is part of broader movement to loosen the age restriction

Mayor Ras Baraka supports the move

The bill was first introduced several years ago

The deadline to register to vote in this year's general election is Oct. 17