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Democracy Quote by Barack Obama

“The problem is that young people are less likely to vote than older people. What results is a situation in which sometimes the elections don't fully reflect the views of the American population.” quote by Barack Obama
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“The problem is that young people are less likely to vote than older people. What results is a situation in which sometimes the elections don't fully reflect the views of the American population.”

Barack Obama

About This Quote

Source Speech: 2012 Democratic National Convention, 2012

Youth voter turnout is low, skewing representation away from the whole population.

In simple terms: Young votes matter.

Key Takeaway

Engage young voters.

Themes

democracy representation civic engagement

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • campaigns
  • education
  • community outreach

Key Concepts

voter turnout generational equity political participation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we motivate youth to vote?
  • What policies resonate with younger voters?
A Different Perspective

Low turnout may reflect disengagement, not apathy.

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