Most, if not all, of America is aware that the elections are quickly approaching. This is the first time I get to vote, and I'm really excited about it because it feels like I actually get to make a difference in my country for once. Although I'm a senior in college, it's rewarding to see how everything I've learned these past four years has helped influence the fact that I'll be voting.
A majority of the population, especially Millennials, don't believe they have power, especially when it comes to voting. People often believe that Baby Boomers have the majority of the vote, but as they get older, Millennials are beginning to take their place in society. Rather than sticking to the ways of the past, Millennials are getting their opinions out there. Gay marriage is legal throughout the States, and gender equality is becoming a more popular subject. All of these actions have caused people, mainly born in the 1980s and 1990s, to take charge of their rights and get their opinions out to the ears of the public; however, in all of this, Millennials often don't recognize how much power they have to change society's views. Although Baby Boomers' opinions usually oppose Millennials, twenty-somethings actually have more power than they think.
According to Nick Meyers' article, "The Importance of a Millennial's Vote," not voting causes a shift in the voting scale--for each Millennial that doesn't vote, one Baby Boomer's vote counts that much more. This could be considered a power shift. As the Baby Boomers grow older, the newer generation has to take over for them. Not only does that include jobs, but also in ways of thinking and societal beliefs. By having more and more Millennials vote, more voices are heard and make a larger impact. Because the world constantly changes, people's opinions change with it. Deciding whether or not to vote can be a difficult decision especially given the choices in this election; however, knowing how impactful voting can be can make a significant difference in choosing whether or not to take action.
Although people may believe they can't make any difference, it is imperative that they understand voting does indeed have a significant impact, even if it's a small one. Although one opinion may not seem to equal much, that one opinion multiplied by millions does equate to an abundance of voices. Trust me when I say you are not the only one with that opinion. There are others out there who believe the same thing as you and want the same results. So if you think one opinion or one person's voice doesn't matter, it does. Profusely.
With that being said, my fellow Millennials, will you be voting this year? The decision is yours.
If you want to check out Nick Meyers' article, you can read it here!
