Y Gen Out Loud » 2010 Elections

Gen Y affecting change in the legislative process

Tamara Bell — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:36:09 +0000

Leo Munoz, chief of staff for U.S. Congressman Charlie Gonzalez

In today’s episode, Keeping Up with Gen Y talks to Leo Munoz, chief of staff for U.S. Representative Charlie Gonzalez of San Antonio, Texas.

In the past couple of episodes, we have explored the relevance of the federal government to our every day life. In our discussion of the U.S. Supreme Court and the 2010 midterm elections, we learned about the need for Generation Y to stay informed about and engaged in their government. This week, we’re going to continue that conversation with a look inside the U.S. Congress.

Munoz gives the lowdown on how a bill really becomes a law, and how Generation Y can affect change earlier in the legislative process, when it can make a difference. But for those unable to follow every bill filed in the U.S. Congress, Munoz points out that the best, and easiest, way for young people to have their voices heard by their representatives is through the ballot box.

You can listen to the show below. And check out our Page on WomensRadio Network for more information about the show and our guests.

Youth shaping the future of government

Tamara Bell — Wed, 05 May 2010 10:50:59 +0000

Texas State Rep. Mark Strama

In today’s episode of Keeping Up with Gen Y, Texas State Rep. Mark Strama (D-Austin) talks about the role of young people in the 2010 midterm elections, and how this generation has the talent and potential to change the world.

In 2008, almost 24 million young Americans ages 18–29 voted in the presidential election, resulting in a youth voter turnout second only to 1972. Young voters came to the polls two years ago, but will they return in 2010? And what does that decision say about the younger generation and the future of our democracy?

Strama has seen firsthand the difference young people can make when they participate in the political process. He has spent his career in public service encouraging young people to be involved in their government and politics. In 1996, he was director of programs at Rock the Vote, and today, he is founder of Campaign Academy, which gives high school and college students an opportunity to work inside a high-profile campaign.

You can listen to the show below. And check out our Page on WomensRadio Network for more information about the show and our guests.

The Gen Y vote in 2010 elections

Briana Conner — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 16:59:29 +0000

Generation Y turned out for the 2008 elections at a rate that was only surpassed by the 1972 election in which 18 year olds could vote for the first time. Will they make an impact in the 2010 midterm elections? Y Gen TV reporter Briana Conner looks at what state governments are doing to attract young voters to the polls in November.

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