LAWRENCEVILLE, GA — Young voters could play a major role in Georgia’s November midterm elections, according to Georgia Gwinnett College political science professor Dr. David Felsen.

Felsen said voters between the ages of 18 and 25 could have a significant impact on the election.

“The fact is that the youth turnout, the 18-25 demographic is likely going to make a huge difference in this midterm vote,” Felsen said.

According to Felsen, affordable housing, the cost of raising a family and the price of basic goods are among the major concerns for younger voters.

“They want change for changes sake because they want a future and they want more affordability and this is why a lot of the engagement is focused on kicking out the incumbent,” Felsen said.

Felsen also addressed Republican funding and support in Georgia’s U.S. Senate race between Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff and Republican Mike Collins.

“It’s not surprising to me that the republicans are pulling funding and support away from the current race because it looks like Senator Ossoff is in a very strong position for reelection,” Felsen said.

Felsen said similar shifts are happening in other states, including Maine, South Carolina and North Carolina. He said both parties need to focus on pocketbook issues that matter to voters.

Georgia’s general election is Nov. 3, with early voting beginning Oct. 13.

WSB Radio’s Ashley Simmons & Sabrina Cupit contributed to this story.