Isn't Social Security going bankrupt the main issue for your age group. Is that issue too terrifying to ponder?
2007-03-15 03:22:44 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
As we Americans get dumber and dumber. The younger generations can't think for themselves or come to their own conclusions the just regurgitate what they here in the media.
2007-03-15 03:29:01 · answer #1 · answered by Ron H 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I think it is wonderful young adults are interested in politics, albeit often misinformed.
What does the "haven't been drafted" statement have to do with your question?
How does young adults being passionate about politics relate to their being too terrified to ponder the issue of Social Security?
And who in the world turned Davidj loose?
Oh well, just as a piece of my perspective, your question and commentary is very difficult to follow.
2007-03-15 12:53:27 · answer #2 · answered by clwkcmo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think social security is the MAIN issue for the older generation because they are retiring. I personaly dont pay attention to it because im not retiring, unfortunately, still a long way to go. During that time, much can happen, it can go bust or the better, thus there is no point thinking about it.
Its hard not to be passionate about politics because all of those old men in leadership who are very much incompetent and taking this country in the wrong direction. At this rate, this country might not even last till the end my generation or my kids'.
2007-03-15 10:52:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm not sure what ages you are using to qualify as young adults - I'm out of it now I guess - 10 years since college.
I'm glad to see younger people involved, and the maturity of thought will come with time and experience. I'm just glad to see that they aren't living in a bubble and ignoring our government and its processes.
As to Social Security, we were told 15 years ago to just assume it won't be there, and to plan our personal savings, 401k's, IRA's, etc. accordingly. No one in the "younger" brackets is taught to rely on soc sec for income in our later years. That's why things like the Roth IRA's have been so popular. Its not that Social Security, or lack of, is terrifying, its just that we've seen it as a worst case scenario. And, if by some grace, it still exists, then its a bonus.
2007-03-15 10:35:47 · answer #4 · answered by steddy voter 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it's refreshing that so many young adults are passionate about politics. I think it probably stems from 9-11 happening just as they were approaching or just after they reached legal voting age. I think the passion for politics is being seen in young adults much like a surge in the same group in their level of patriotism. Thank God, no matter what age we are (young or old), that if we live in America we have the freedom of speech and to have and voice passionate views about the politics of our country.
2007-03-15 10:28:59 · answer #5 · answered by Marvelissa 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I don't understand your question. What draft? There isn't one. RE: Social Security. Maybe it will be there maybe not. I have 25 years to find out. Meanwhile I am not sitting around worrying, I am assuming personal responsibility and saving for my retirement. I hope younger people are as well.
2007-03-15 10:30:49 · answer #6 · answered by Truth B. Told ITS THE ECONOMY STUPID 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Personal responsibility, I am not relying on the government to pay for my golden years. I have had my portfolio set up since I was about 16, and have been saving money for retirement for many years already... so I could personally care less about what happens to Social Security... at this rate I will live very comfortably on a nice tropical island
2007-03-15 10:27:38 · answer #7 · answered by nothing 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I do worry about social security. I have notified my congressman. But I also have retirement savings. It's only 10% of my income now, but when you are under 25 every dollar you save can become 8.
Also I am in a very stable career which provides a 50% pension at retirement.
But I don't know why I have to pay into social security when I will never see the money.
2007-03-15 10:28:28 · answer #8 · answered by kittenbrower 5 · 4⤊ 2⤋
I know social security is going down, most of us have been told that since we we're kids, so I'm just investing in my own personal IRA's for retirement, and I pretty much just assume my contributions to social security is a charitable donation.
I guess we're just a generation that already knows we're on our own for retirement.
2007-03-15 10:50:00 · answer #9 · answered by daisyk 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't eat the goose that lays the golden eggs. Young people should all be aware of what's going on while in high school and itching to register to vote when they turn 18. I was more excited over my voters registration card than my driver's license. They should be too.
2007-03-15 10:39:19 · answer #10 · answered by seattleogre 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Youth should be involved with Politics, and it is the current administration that is bankrupting the social security system. It is also the current administration that is creating a greater divide between the rich and poor, making it more difficult for those young people to make the necessary provisions to save for retirement separate from government funding.
It is your duty as a patriot to get involved with the democratic process as soon as you are eligible.
2007-03-15 10:27:12 · answer #11 · answered by smedrik 7 · 6⤊ 2⤋