Political JUNGLE

Young people will flock in droves this November to pull the lever in the presidential election.    Surveys and polls suggest these under 30’s are voting more than ever.   Many of them gather information on the internet, and through online groups formed on interfaces like Facebook, the social networking website invented in 2004, designed mainly to appeal to college students.  

Admittedly, much of the youth vote can be attributed to the rise and popularity of Obama. But are these young voters truly informed? 

Readers Digest did a story about this younger generation and gathered some interesting information, so check it for further insight.  The Facebook Election,  also linked in my News Across The Web section.   

This Facebook phenomenon is not a new thing, but as the general election gets closer it could prove important.  Young people have increasingly swayed over to the democrats in the last 20 years.   Going back to Super Tuesday, more than 3 million under 30’s headed to the polls, with 2 million checking the box on the democratic side, and 900,000 voting for the GOP, according to CIRCLE.   And that’s just in a primary. 

Anything that motivates young voters to get involved is a positive thing, but it’s also important to help them become properly informed.  The democratic candidates have really fed off the emotional vote, and likeability factor.  Obama especially has been able to capitalize off this idea.  

Obama is smart to target this demographic, but is he really looking out for their best interests?    

Facebook and MySpace type places are great for getting young people involved but I encourage you to look further, and really research and form your own opinions.

Stay tuned for a complete layout and analysis of the differences between McCain and Obama. This will be based solely on policy and issue. Maybe I’ll throw Clinton in there for good measure.

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