In today's fast-paced world, the power of youth vote cannot be overstated. As the largest generation in the United States, young Americans have potential to shape the future of their nation. Yet many youth feel disconnected from the politics, believing their vote doesn’t matter.
This couldn’t be further from the truth, especially when it comes to electing the President of the United States, arguably the most powerful head of state in the world. Whether we accept or not, in this digital era blended with the technology United State is a key player in turbocharging the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aka 2030 or carrying out the Summit of the Future (SoTF) and leading the Pact for the Future recently signed by the 193 head of the States of all the member States. member.
Dear American Youth,
Voting is a powerful way for you to shape your future and ensure your voices are heard. Voting allows young people to have a say in decision-making that affect your community/country. It's your chance to influence the policies on education, healthcare, the economy, and youth policies. By voting you ensure that your concerns are heard and addressed at the highest level of the government.
American Youth should vote for the President they believe will effectively lead the country and address their concerns.
Here are a few key reasons why they might vote a particular candidate:
Policy Alignment:
American youth should choose whose policy aligns with their own on important issues like the economy, healthcare, and national security.
Leadership Qualities:
Traits such as integrity, decisiveness and ability to inspire and unite people are highly valued.
Electoral College:
The US uses an Electoral College System, where each state vote contribute to the overall outcome. This system can influence campaign strategies and voter turnout.
Influence on Key Issues:
American youth have power to shape policies on critical issues like climate change, sustainable development goals (SDGs), healthcare and job opportunities. Youth can make a significant portion of the electorate. By voting, they ensure that their diverse perspectives and needs are represented in the government decisions.
The decisions made today will affect young people for decades to come. Voting is a way to have a say in the direction the country takes on a long-term issues like economic stability and environmental sustainability.
Voting is a fundamental part of participating in a democracy. It's ways to hold elected officials accountable and ensure that the government reflects the will of the people.
Let's elect the President of the United States of America who better manages global issues such as Climate Change, and champions Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and significantly resolves issues like Ukraine and Region of Palestinian.
Last but not the least, The United States, Mexico, and Canada (USMCA) updated NAFTA to create the new USMCA. USMCA is mutually beneficial for North American workers, farmers, ranchers, and businesses. The new agreement, which entered into force on July 1, 2020,creates a more balanced environment for trade, supports high-paying jobs for Americans, and grows the North American economy.
Bijaya Pokharel
Youth in Action