College Students Less Than Enthused About Upcoming Election

President Barack Obama's legendary 2008 campaign was propelled largely by the younger generation, notably college students. In 2016, however, college students couldn't be less interested in the upcoming election.

A recent survey conducted by Chegg Inc CHGG on college student's outlook on the election has found that students are not enthused about either candidates.

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Facts & Figures

• 65 percent of students watched the first debate.
• 67 percent of students followed the debate on social media.
• 58 percent thought Clinton won the first debate.
• College students care most about education, healthcare and jobs.
• Gun control and police abuse has risen in importance since May.
• 77 percent the percent of students less willing to vote in this election.

Voter turnout from college students is expected to be significantly less than in the past. "It's not who they vote for, it's if they vote," said Chegg CEO Dan Rosensweig.

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