College students voice concerns

I just finished writing two articles for a forthcoming issue of a local magazine. One of these articles dealt with the student vote, and here is a brief synopsis of my findings.

• Students are not satisfied with gas prices. They feel the pinch on their pocketbooks when they drive home to see their families on the weekends. Those that can afford mopeds have made the switch to the more eco-friendly vehicles, others continue to walk, bike, or take public transportation around Athens. Everyone, though, wants to know when gas prices will be stabilizing.

• The environment is top priority for our generation. How we use resources and how we plan for the future use of natural resources is top-of-mind for students. Democrats especially see the need for sustainable energy vs. offshore drilling in the U.S., an opinion I stand by wholeheartedly.

• The war in Iraq is a constant in the minds of youth in America. We have seen our friends and family shipped off to a war many believe cannot be won. More than 4,000 American soldiers have died, and more than 1 million innocent Iraqi civilians have perished because of our presence in the Middle East. Talk about good ideas gone bad. Our armed forces are to be praised and honored for the service to our country in Iraq and Iran, but for everyone's sake, let's bring them home.

There are many other issues of concern to the college population in Athens, but you'll have to check out the forthcoming issue of Infusion Magazine to learn more. In the meantime, be sure to tune your television to the first Obama vs. McCain presidential debate this Friday, Sept. 26. Check your local listings for airing details.

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Josh Barnett
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