Madison County Youth Favor Nixon In Accent On Youth Poll
A countywide poll of 838 high school students shows 71 percent backing Nixon for president and 28 percent for Welsh in the Indiana governor race. The study notes independents prevail among youths, with more girls backing Nixon and more boys backing Welsh, and that many students plan to mix ballots rather than vote straight party tickets.
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Youth vote trends split by high schools across Madison County
The poll shows 18 year olds favor Nixon by 64 percent with 23 percent for McGovern and 13 percent for neither. Dems lead among youths but many will vote for non Democratic national candidates. Welsh leads in some high schools. notable cross ties include Don’t Care, Independent, and Republican and Democrat splits.
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Teens Explain Why They Back Nixon or McGovern
A survey of high school students reveals 71 percent favor Nixon, 22 percent back McGovern. Reasons include war policy, economy, taxes, and views on civil issues and government leadership.
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