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Younger Representation in Government
By
Austin Otos
September 17, 2018
Monday PM
As our political class ages, I have seen government slowly start to move away from representing younger demographics. The majority of young people, like myself, are interested in politics and want to be part of the political conversation. Even though we may seem disconnected through our usage of technology, we nonetheless share a common concern with older generations when it comes to long-term employment, access to housing, and affordable healthcare services.
“Millennials” are growing in size, being 30% of the voting age population and a quarter of the total US population. This younger influence brings new perspective to government and creates an even playing field in decision making for an underrepresented group.
Even though experience and insight are important aspects of a representative, younger people bring open-mindedness and new vision into entrenched government ideals.
On a municipal level, local ordinances have a direct influence on us, and by engaging in local politics, voting in local elections, and running for local offices, young people can have a say in the decisions that govern us.
The need for younger representation in government is growing, and local government is the first place to pass the political torch to the newer generation.
Austin Otos
Ketchikan Gateway Borough Assembly Candidate
Ketchikan, Alaska
Paid for by: Austin Otos, 440 Forest Park Dr, Ketchikan, AK, 99901
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Received September 17, 2018
- Published September 17, 2018
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