Why young voters should and probably will vote against Obama (health care, September 11)
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I can tell you one thing - the kids are NOT happy about Michelle Obama's interference with the cafeteria lunch menus, and the changes that resulted. I'm waiting for Spencer's to come out with a shirt advertising that message.
Now that would be interesting to observe.
If kids wore that in the local mall I can see the Boomers telling them, "So make your own lunch! I did!"
... surveys have shown that the overwhelming majority of men and women under the age of 35 list "The Daily Show" as their primary source of television news.
They have been paying attention, and they don’t like what they see or hear coming out of this White House. A survey released by the vastyouth empowerment movement known as Generation Opportunity offers a wakeup call for both candidates, but especially the president. Among the findings are that:
54% believe of youths believe America is on the wrong track, while only 24% feel the U.S. is headed in the right direction.
More than 50% are pessimistic about the country’s future, and 61% say that their vote in November will be reflection of a candidate’s record, not charisma.
Millennials have been educating themselves on the issues and have opinions. When it comes to the economy and federal spending:
89% say the current state of the economy is impacting their day-to-day lives, and 77% report delaying major life changes due to economic restraints.
66% are worried about the U.S. financial debt, and 71% have grave concerns about the deficit.
Two thirds also believe that money spent on Social Security would be safer under their pillows than in the hands of the U.S. Treasury.
69% believe the federal government is not making enough sacrifices right now.
These young voters are acutely aware that paying back the massive debt being run up by this administration will become their and their children’s responsibility. They realize that actions over the past four years have forced them to defer their dreams while the Obama White House has elected to defer its debt onto their shoulders.
Here is one more Generation Opportunity stat that the president may want to pay close attention to, this one of the swing state of Ohio: 81% of Buckeye State Millennials say they plan to vote in the election for president this year.
More denial! Seriously Republicans, you need to admit you have a problem attracting youth. Until you do so, you'll continue to lose ground. Good luck on Nov 6 hahahahahahaha
Personally I think for the most part, the youth are just going to stay home this time.. I could be wrong, but I think a lot of them have thrown in the towel on both parties and their candidates.
Even more sad is Glen Beck, at least Jon Stewart doesn't say if you don't do something we will all die.
Hmmm... Has Beck moved away from telling people to read for themselves and make their own conclussions? I know he did at one time. Not a fan of Beck, but I would say he has to be more informed than Jon Stewart. That guy is an idiot!!
The one thing keeping young people from voting Republican is their policies on social issues. Young people are not just for gay marriage, they are passionate about it. That is a deal breaker for many young people and that's why they are going to support Obama on Nov 6th.
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