Kids are too influenced by their parents to know for themselves which way they should vote.  I say, let em get out into the world a little bit and then they can figure out for themselves what's important to them.
128504
Yes, along with the drinking age. The first time I voted, I voted my parents' choice. Now I vote mine. I would allow an exception for those serving in the military. I agree that if they're old enough to stand up for the country, they should have a voice in who's in office.
167001
Sorry, but it's really just a sign of the times, and less caused by the neighborhood (an excuse given by many parents), and more caused by the parenting. Establishing good values EARLY and seting a good example through personal behavior is key. Once kids see that they dont have to be the ruff-tuff, gangsta wannabe to survive, they will choose their own path if they have a strong enough sense of identity. The whole neighborhood thing is kind of an excues, although if you let the streets raise your kid, what street they grow up on will matter a lot more.
613844
I partially agree with you. stupid adults DO vote.\n\nWhat would be sweet is an intelligence test for the right to vote. It would insure only smart people control the fate of our government. And include younger ages too. Besides many under 18 probably wouldn't care to vote anyway, so only interested "kids" would sign up.\n\nLET'S DO IT
654295
Well the majority of people are 18 when they graduate high school so they are technically adults.  It would always be beneficial for parents to get involved and help thir kids make the right decision.  It is hard to judge what would be best for a young adult, whether it be, financially, location, experience, education.
199013
I think that some young people do not want to vote because they find voting being meaningless but yet, they are the ones who complain a lot about the government. I believe that if you do not vote, DO NOT Complain on what is happening where you live.
148370
Young people have never been particularly good at voting. In 1972, 52% of people aged 18-24 voted, compared to 47% of 18-24 year-olds in 2004. Youth simply don't have the experience to know what they want and have not gotten beyond their own self-centeredness.
147488
It's true that when you're young you believe a lot of what your parents say. But, as you grow older, your feelings change as you get more responsibilities. I read over a few answers on your last question, and I don't mean responsibilites such as taxes or whatever. I'm 17 and I believe myself to be a liberal democrat. Both of my parents are usually democrat, but they don't discuss politics a lot, if at all. I've gotten my ideas from talking with friends and listening to the news. I'm nobody's clone and I'm sure you're not either.
596650
(1) Children under 18 can't vote & therefor are no threat to politicians...(2) Unless someone can make money off programs (supposedly to help kids) it's not of political importance...(3) As long as Government can keep the public focused on issues like children, including education, healthcare & violence, they (politicians with hidden agendas) can keep making bigger money from other BS programs...There is more but that should give you an idea...BTW ; I'm a 48 y/o single father of a 2 y/o son with FASD and an "Advocate for Children's Rights"...I'm fighting a losing battle, but I'm going to keep fighting until I die...Someone has to do it and maybe someday we'll be heard...
17523
Point #1 some generations like the current 20 somethings, have a wealth of technology to make things easier,it has not been reckoned yet what the latest will find .....Point #2 it is better that too much is given than to live by the rules and only the rules and in the process not do for some what you are able.3rd question....only if they let the past make the rules for them today, they have to want to change their own mindset first.
324024
OK, so everyone says they are not mature enough.  I think he should give exampls on why are kids 13-17 NOT mature.  They spend all day playing the XBox 360, play the ball and jacking off.  They don't have a job, to appreciate a salary or wage and to recent the government for taking most of it in taxes.  They don't have a car, so they don't experience the joy of road rage and traffic that makes you get to work late and therefore get fired, lose your house to foreclosure and end up in the gutter.  I dooon't think people younger than 30 should be allowed to vote.  But I'm 35, so that's OK.
655144
Your entire argument is valid and common among most young adults my age all over the country.  I really just do not want to see the Election to be a circus, with the Democratsz thinking they have found the key to their salvation after all this time by putting Hillary Clinton into office.  That would be the largest scale mistake EVER made in Elections History.  It really is choosing the lessor or two equals, and it's so hard to see the difference in the 2 candidates you are choosing from becuase they all sound the same.  Pray, I do, Pray for a smarter Nation to get its head out of the hole in the ground and pay attention to whats going on  out there.  I think the most important thing is to Vote, and clearly educate yourself on the people running before you rush to push a button come November 2008.
381572
More young people need to get involved in the whole campaign, voting process.  I really believe the focus should be to address internal local issues, like education and drugs.  Two areas that definitely impact America's youth.
439660
I agree.  We do not need people voting who just "doing their civic duty".  It is more important to be an informed voter and know who you are helping put into office.
668174
no sweet heart stay in school .when you get older enough to vote you will care about what going on around you i hope and what may happen to you and your family .see they influence all our live  dems.and rep.& politics
170232
Peer presure.  Some may think there is nothing better to do.wether or not parents have discussed it with their children doesn't make that much of a difference.  Kids are gonna go on a do whatever their friends are doing. The only thing a parent can do, is teach their children, and hope they make the right choices.
225797
As a kid myself, I see it from your side. However, make sure you realize that they just want you to realize that "lowering the expectations you have for yourself is not the right path to take." (My parents...rrr...)
248563
They need to be supervised and educated on this by their parents. Being on the internet you have to be careful to not let people know who and where you are. I am an adult and I don't tell people who or where I am. Kids need to be taught the same thing. People on the internet are not your friends anyway. The internet just gives you access to other peoples ideas and businesses trying to make money. That's about it.