Young People Deserting Obama

May 2, 2010 13:03


He promised transparency, post-partisanship, and a newer, better Washington. Now, we’re realizing this rhetoric didn’t matter and was “just words, just speeches.”

by Ron Meyer at Human Events

I’m always entertained when older folks try to reach out to people my age. It’s hardly ever a pretty sight and most of the time these attempts end up being hilarious. I found myself chuckling at Barack Obama’s most recent effort to beg young voters to come out to the polls this November.

This snoozer video featured Obama’s rhythmic phrasing and melodious voice preaching to first-time voters about why they should come out to vote in this year’s congressional election. He talked about all the problems he inherited and the wondrous programs he’s installed to solve them.

No one is buying it anymore, especially young people.

The youth are drawn to lofty ideals, and three years ago, Obama’s rhetoric was full of them. He promised transparency, post-partisanship, and a newer, better Washington. Now, we’re realizing this rhetoric didn’t matter and was “just words, just speeches.”

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