This year’s campaigns make one obvious point: America suffers from disillusionment. It’s easy to understand why many college students despise politics: They’re annoying. The choice between two parties representing vastly different views—and on some issues, views not different enough—is contrived. I like to compare elections to a school cafeteria menu. The choices are usually predictable, institutional, bland and made from the same low-quality bulk ingredients. Politician’s overlook a host of issues important to young adults. Our efficacy as future leaders hinges on the decisions made by the generations before us. Voter turnout is highest among ages 50 and up. The average age of a U.S. senator is 60—the oldest it has ever been, and the average age of a Representative is 55, the oldest in more than a century. President Obama is an exception. Obama’s optimism and … Read entire article »