Monday, September 14, 2015
Presidential Youth Council
Searching the Internet recently, I have noticed more and
more about a presidential youth council. The idea is something that I am
conflicted about. On one hand having the opinions of well-educated young people
could do nothing but benefit the president and the white house. Being connected
to the younger generations could keep staff informed on what is important to
them and the changes and improvements they want to see around the country.
Mainly there would be benefits to this. It could give the
president insight into what young adults are interested in and what could get
them more involved in the politics of their country.
My only concern is that the teenagers and young adults that
were qualified for these positions may not be the most informed on what “the
kids are up to” around the country. I would assume that any person to be on the
council would be highly educated and have an impressive resume and experience.
This could mean that they would not have a connection to the young people who
aren’t as highly educated.
The council would not be an accurate representation of the
country’s youths and their interests. It is however important to have young
people’s voices heard when it comes to policy making. As the next generation of
leaders, presidents and business people it is important that we are part of the
conversation and the direction of policy within the country.
by Emma Sands
