Engaging Young Voters In The Election Process

From time to time I get political and write about how I view our world.  I mentioned a while ago that I thought women would be a huge factor in elections this year.  The #metoo movement has led to thousands of women thinking about running for office, hundreds probably running.  It's our time.  Now I add another voting group that I think have a chance to make a difference:  Young voters, age 18-25.

With the shooting of 17 people in Parkland, Florida, students, some not even of voting age, are standing up.  They are tenacious, they are "in your face" blunt, they are articulate, and they're not to be ignored.  What has come out of this tragedy is simply amazing.  Students from around the country marching for responsible gun ownership, meeting with lawmakers, both local and national, speaking out on social media, and letting their voices be heard.The 18-25 year old voters have typically been apathetic.  Perhaps this tragedy will get them motivated.  They can make a change, if they choose to get involved.

Getting young voters involved is the challenge.  How do we do it?  First, we get great students to speak for the many.  That's already done.  The leaders of the student movement from Florida are articulate, informed, and willing to fight for what they believe.  So how do we get the rest of the young voters registered?  I think social media is the key.  I'm not much of a social media expert but there are people who can make that happen.

Women and young voters, get registered to vote.  Vote for candidates that agree with you on important issues.  That's the way we can make America great again.  The fact that numerous teenagers have signed up to run for political office in Kansas (where there are no age restrictions on holding political office) tells me young people are getting involved.  Voting is a right, not a privilege.  Let's get everyone registered to vote.  That would be a great thing.