The Voice of the Next Generation, Young Leaders Weigh in on Local Elections

As the candidate lists for local and state elections are expected to be released on Thursday, young political leaders from the Coachella Valley are stepping up to offer their perspectives on the upcoming races.

News Channel 3 checked back in with young voters from both the Republican and Democratic parties to understand the importance of the next generation getting involved in local races.

One College of the Desert professor said there are many resources including websites like Vote.org and Rock The Vote that provide tools for young voters.

Stay with News Channel 3 to hear what they have to say.