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Will millenials and Gen Z'ers be one of the deciding factors in Trump, Harris race? | Headliners

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10 months ago

August 26, 2024

www.youtube.com – CBS Miami – 2024-08-26 10:00:06

SUMMARY: In South Florida, CBS News Miami explored voter apathy among young voters in the wake of the RNC and DNC conventions. Despite low turnout in Miami Dade and Broward during primaries, many Millennials and Gen Z express interest in the upcoming presidential election, primarily through social media. Concerns about candidates and key issues, such as abortion and the economy, loom large. Additionally, the segment highlighted a local app, Day New, created by a young widow, aiming to assist individuals coping with grief and trauma. The app offers features to facilitate emotional support and community connection for those affected by loss.

In this week’s edition of Headliners:

All eyes are on the millennial and Gen Z voters– as former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris gear up for their September 10th debate. Could the groups be the deciding factor for the race?

On the health front– we have some solutions for you if you find your hair thinning, or receding. An expert weighed in on what you can do to help preserve your hairline.

And, the Labor Day holiday is almost here, and TSA gave us some do’s and dont’s when hitting the skies.

See how one woman used her pain to help those experiencing grief, and hardship in their lives.

Finally, how one couple used their story to help families recover from the trauma of incarceration.

Catch Headliners streaming exclusively on the CBS Miami App, and CBSMiami.com

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