It is the political season. And, once again, the script calls for a never ending battle fought on multiple levels. The political process to elect our next president is propagated by streams of hot air arriving from the usual sources (suspects). I observe, not too keenly, that youth is playing a larger role in all of this “stuff” – or so it seems.
Of course, what we read, hear, and see is produced by someone with an agenda, hidden or otherwise. What is clear, talking heads and pundits are all suggesting that “youth” is more engaged and interested than usual. This speculation borders on the perverse but is, nonetheless, of personal interest insomuch as I am around young folks nearly every working day. I refer to them as students, but I love them like family.
So I ask them about the presidential election. And, most confirm the notion that this political season has peaked their interest. When asked why, student answers vary a bit. But, when aggragated and rolled up into a neat pile of personal selective perception on my part – my generic thesis is confirmed.
It is all about entertainment. And, they are right. I love them so.