John Della Volpe
John Della Volpe is the director of the Harvard Kennedy School Institute of Politics’ youth poll and a prominent expert on youth engagement in politics. He has advised campaigns and organizations on how to connect with younger voters and is known for his analysis of their attitudes and behaviors in electoral contexts. Della Volpe's research has highlighted the complexities of youth political preferences, particularly in relation to Donald Trump's presidency.
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John Della Volpe, director of polling at Harvard, noted that 'doomerism' has become a prevailing sentiment among young people.
At Turning Point’s annual gathering, young conservatives fret about the future
United States· 2025-12-20
John Della Volpe spoke about his extensive work with focus groups of young people.
Carville laments Dems seen as 'HR department' by young voters in focus groupsUnited States· 2025-12-13
John Della Volpe warns of potential disappointment among Trump's younger supporters.
It’s time to redefine the ‘swing voter’United States· 2025-08-24
John Della Volpe is the director of polling at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Institute of Politics.
Shut out of power in Washington, Democrats grapple with how to win over young men and working-class votersUnited States· 2025-06-02
Della Volpe agrees that Trump's attraction for younger voters has been frayed but not severed.
Trump made historic gains with minority voters in 2024. They are already pulling back in 2025United States· 2025-05-11
