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On Election Day, young Americans proved themselves to be a powerful voting bloc. They registered thousands of voters and spoke out about issues that matter most to college students and recent graduates, from marriage equality to student loan reform. Young Americans, who accounted for 19% of voters on November 6, have no doubt solidified themselves as grassroots organizing superstars, but those efforts cannot end once the election cycle ends.

College Democrats will certainly continue to support President Obama’s policies in his second term; but we will also be using our appetite for organizing and commitment to Democratic ideals to help us carry out service projects in our respective communities ...

Each year, College Democrats around the country recognize World AIDS Day to stand with those affected by HIV/AIDS and to remember those lost to this devastating pandemic. But more than a day of remembrance, World AIDS Day provides an opportunity to renew our commitment in the fight against AIDS.

As young Americans, we have the responsibility to do our part to stop the spread of HIV. A study by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reveals that "young people between the ages of 13 and 24 represent more than a quarter of new HIV infections each year (26 percent)." These statistics are jarring, but what is most shocking is the fact that these ...

Young Americans sent a powerful message on November 6: do not underestimate us. In 2008, young people turned out in record numbers to support then-Senator Barack Obama and the Democratic Party. The GOP counted on this as being an anomaly and assumed that we would all quietly step back out of the political spotlight in 2012. But that didn't happen. In fact, Americans under 30 turned out in even greater numbers than they did in 2008, and they overwhelmingly voted for President Obama.

We are constantly told that our generation is the future of our country, but this statement suggests that our voice does not matter now. It puts our interests and needs on a shelf to be dealt with at ...

College Dems,

As we've seen over the past few days, this November's election presents a choice for voters between a candidate who will represent some Americans, and one with a proven record of standing up for affordable education, health care, equality, and prosperity for all. Across the country, young people are speaking out, writing down our reasons for supporting President Obama. As College Democrats, let's make clear our reasons for getting involved in this campaign.

College Democrats of America is joining the #ForAll campaign, a new youth branding initiative from Obama for America designed to engage young voters.  We are asking College Democrats across the country to join us in making these campaign a success.  Here's how ...

College Dems,

This election year, our chapters and state federations are charged with an important task: ensuring our country's continued progress.  By supporting President Barack Obama and Democrats across the country, College Democrats are helping create a brighter future for students everywhere.  College Democrats of America knows that that it takes a lot of work - and funding - to realize this goal.  That's why we are opening up applications for our fall state grants, which will provide funding for state federations and chapters with comprehensive, forward-thinking electoral organizing plans.

Applications for state grants are open from Tuesday, September 18th until Tuesday, September 24th.  State federations and chapters can apply here.

Questions regarding CDA grants, selection process, and general funding should be ...