November is just around the corner and the presidential election is approaching with intense speed. It is time to spring into action and register to vote. It is now more important than ever for America's youth to gain notice from politicians, have theirconcerns addressed and ideas pushed forward.
It is crucial that we, the young citizens of this nation, get out the vote and realize that the plans outlined by the presidential candidates will be affecting us for years to come. Our generation is old enough to help decide who our next president will be, and young enough to influence the future of the America that we dream of.
My eyes have been opened to the importance of voting thanks to my involvement with WISPIRG's New Voters Project, a part of the Vote Coalition. We are working to register 10,000 students to vote before the Nov. 4 presidential election. Wisconsin, after all, is a swing state and which party will be granted the state's electoral votes is not yet certain. Wisconsin is where our votes are especially crucial. Our generation can impact the future of America. Register to vote and cast a ballot on Nov. 4 to play a role in defining our country's potential! If you haven't already registered to vote, you can register online at www.studentvote.org, it's just a click away! And remember, you must re-register if you have changed residences since you last registered.
- Magdalena Bodja
UW-Madison sophomore
