Students: The Fierce Queens Who Can Flip This Election!

Alright, fabulous folks, let’s talk about a little thing called power—and not the kind that comes from your high-voltage hairdryer. We’re talking about the electrifying potential of student voters to sway the 2024 presidential election. With millions of students in swing states, this demographic is poised to be the glittering rainbow that turns the tide.

The Stats Are Fierce

Let’s break it down: in swing states like Arizona, there are 624,692 students. Georgia’s got 540,715, North Carolina flaunts 554,621, Michigan’s holding it down with 469,649, Nevada chimes in with 113,852, and Pennsylvania—oh honey—has a jaw-dropping 639,346 students. When you put these numbers together, we’re talking serious voting power! So grab your sequins and let’s get to work.

Register Where You School, Darling

Here’s the tea: students can register to vote in the state where they attend school. That’s right! There’s no need to stay tied to your sleepy hometown. If you’re currently living your best life in a college town in one of the swing states, make that your voting ground. Your fabulous self can strut your stuff and make waves on issues like LGBTQ rights, healthcare, and climate action—oh honey, and the biggest one of all: democracy! You’re not just here to look cute; you’re here to slay and make a difference! And if you’re like, “Ugh, voting is so last season,” think again. The stakes are high, and we need to bring our A-game.

But watch out for those shady secretaries of state trying to purge students from the rolls like bad fashion choices. The good news? They can’t do that within 90 days of an election. So now’s the time to strut over to your registration status on Vote.org or any local resources to make sure you’re in the game. Your voice deserves to be heard!

From Kids to Kings and Queens of the Ballot Box

Here’s a fun fact: if you’re 18 in 2024, you were born in 2006. Yes, you were just a wee little gay sprite when Trump first took office in November 2016—at a tender 10 years old. You’ve grown up watching politics go from a casual sitcom to a nail-biting reality show. And trust me, this season is a doozy.

In the good old days—before Trump turned politics into the Apprentice reboot —things were mostly just squabbles over spending and taxes. Now? It’s a full-on brawl for democracy! It’s a complete mystery how the Silent Generation and Baby Boomers, who once fought in wars to uphold our democracy, are now willing to trash it. Maybe they’re just stuck in their ways, resistant to the changes younger generations crave—like, you know, the wild idea that everyone should be treated with respect. Wow, what a concept! But here’s the deal: it’s crucial for students to step up and lead the charge. Your participation can turn the tide, so don’t let anyone tell you your vote doesn’t matter. It absolutely does! And for those of you still on the fence—hello, undecided voters!—sure, you might survive four years of policies that don’t exactly set your heart on fire. But you can’t just twiddle your thumbs while an authoritarian movement tries to toss your votes in the trash. Not on our watch, darling! Get in the game and make your voice count!

Get Your Fabulous Friends Involved

So what’s next? Don’t just sit there looking cute—get organized! Host voter registration drives on campus, spill the tea on how voting works, and inspire your friends to join the movement. Platforms like Vote.org make it super easy to register and check your status. Share that link, show your friends how to do it, and make voting as trendy as your latest outfit.

When students show up at the polls, it sends a powerful message that they’re not just here to be seen; they’re here to be heard. The future is in your hands, and together, we can create a world that reflects our values, hopes, and dreams. Let’s turn this election into a dazzling celebration of collective power!