Compare And Contrast Millennials And Geezer Vote

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The word “election” brings two completely different images to the minds of the millennial voters’ in comparison to senior voters. For those over the age of 65, the election is another chance for new and better changes, a chance to exercise their rights, and a chance to get involved. Those over the age of 65 years of age votes are known as the “geezer vote”. There is a significant transformation on the outlook millennial voters have in contrast to “geezer” voters. The millennial’s view on the election differs largely since they are disconnected from what each candidate truly represents. This division is impacting our sense of duty towards our country and causing a significant apathy which influences the low voter turn-out. All of these factors

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