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Rural voters are considered the swing voters this year, and so candidates are looking at rural areas with new interest. First time voter Autumn Campbell hopes their interest in rural areas extends beyond election day.
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Review of Grabbing that First Chance to VoteEvery elected or wanna be elected official need to listen to this piece. At its Simplest form this piece, is a letter to those in the government, Telling them to pay attention to everyone, not just those who live in the big cities. With a beautiful Kentucky accent Autum tells us why politics matter to her..but more importantly, why she and those similar to her should matter to the government. From the local waiting who has been making minimum wages longer then most of us has been alive, to her father who is a miner and risks his life daily to provide for his family, Autum speaks on their behalf..and we need to pay attention. |
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Andre Rosario
Posted on November 30, 2006 at 05:39 PM | Permalink
Review of Grabbing that First Chance to Vote
It's rare to hear young people as involved in politics as you. I think it's excellent you could do this story and I liked hearing about your unique position as a first time voter. You have a very good, clear, and steady voice, which was easy to follow. Moreover you were short, sweet, and to the point. You explicitly voiced your issues and what you want done. Every youth should do a story like this for their officials to hear! It may even inspire other youth to get more politically active and discover how politics affect them.