Uniting in the Effort for Change Over a Nation Divided

  
  September 11 will always be marked as a day of great sadness and remembrance for America. Unfortunately, this year brought further violence with the destruction and murders at the U.S. Embassy in Cairo. Will September 11 become a day marked by feelings of premonition instigated by imminent fear of further attacks?

   Labeled as a Millenial and nearing the end of my college years, I realize the prevalence that generation Y has in regard to impacting and transforming the future of America’s economy and international welfare. We are the voice that will rock the nation. It is a revelation that has truly changed my outlook on political awareness. Young adult’s like me will play a significant game changing role in the coming election.

   Following the heinous rioting and insurgence at the U.S. Embassy in Cairo, President Barrack Obama proceeded to give a public apology expressing sympathy for those insulted by a viral YouTube video representing the Prophet Muhammad in disrespectful ways. His statement was later countered by Obama’s opponent, Mitt Romney, whose opposing opinion was highlighted in defense of the U.S. and condemning the President's apology. I personally was astounded by the public apology that Obama made when the issue at hand was far greater; trespassing, terrorism and murder forced upon the American people. 

   I for one intend to take advantage of my right to vote and stay actively engaged in world events and politics. Although I have never been one to be thoroughly engaged in the political arena, over the past few years I have learned the magnitude of how government and politics effects not only the economy but me personally. Americans are subject to the choices of the government, thus making the young people’s role in the election that much more instrumental. We are a product of our choices. The future is dependent upon the good or bad choices made now, so make those decisions characteristic of thought, wisdom and of moral vanguard.

“Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.”
Maria Robinson