
'Young Republicans might not be marching in the streets, but they are mobilizing': Gen Z Republicans express optimism ahead of midterms
CNN
Karly Matthews is a climate activist. She's also a Republican.
The 24-year-old Pennsylvanian -- who serves as the communications director for the American Conservation Coalition, a conservative environmental group -- often gets pushback from both Democrats and Republicans who say her beliefs are contradictory.
"At this point in my life, I kind of laugh off criticism like that," Matthews told CNN, adding that she received similar feedback in college for being young and conservative, as if the two are mutually exclusive.

Janet Mills and her allies are counting on a gender gap to narrow Platner’s wide lead ahead of the June 9 primary to decide who will face incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins. They are betting that the unfiltered style that has brought Platner widespread attention as someone who could help Democrats reach young men will backfire with women.












