This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Clemson chapter.
Book Smart AND Common Sense Smart: The Election
As anyone not currently living under a rock knows…it’s election season! November
2016 seems like a long time away, but it’s all starting now, and the earlier you tune
in, the better. Many people think that our generation is uninformed and make rash
decisions about who we vote for, and I think it’s time we prove them wrong! Most
collegiates are old enough to vote by the time the election rolls around, and we can
make a difference if we educate ourselves. After all, what’s more attractive than a
girl who is not only beautiful but brainy and educated too, am I right? There are so
many candidates, beliefs, and debates happening that it can all be a little
confusing. So, here’s some tips on how to stay tuned to the election and form a knowledgable opinion on what’s going on:
1. Find out the candidates opinion on policy.
Most of them have their own
websites. Pick a couple topics that you’re really passionate about and find out
which candidates support them and are against them!
2. Don’t just listen to what everyone else says.
It’s okay to be different! Stick
with what you believe in. Yay for democracy!
3. Watch the debates!
The Republican Party has already started theirs, with two
already happening on August 6 and September 16. But the rest will be as
follows:
-October 28 on CNBC
-November 215 on FOX
-December 15 on CNN
-January on FOX
-February 6 on CNN
-February 13 on CBS
-February 26 on NBC
-March on FOX
-March 10 on CNN
(FOX has not announced some specific dates)
The Democratic Party will begin theirs in October as follows:
-October 13 on CNN
-November 14 on CBS
-December 19 on ABC
-January 17 on NBC
-February/March on PBS and Univision
(Some dates are TBD)
The debates are a great chance to compare candidates and see what
everyone has to say on a variety of issues. Plus, this year they’ve been quite
lively-watch out!
4. Don’t be afraid to ask questions!
There are political groups on campus that
you can get involved with to get more informed. (See some here)
5. Don’t forget to vote!
It seems so far away but every vote counts.
Ladies, let’s not live up to the stereotype the older generations have of us as
Millenials. We are strong independent women who know what we want for
our future!