Re: Aug. 2 Lisa Heffernan column.
Lisa Heffernan’s column about young adults voting was superb. I grew up in the 1960s and could not wait to turn 18 so I could vote on the issues of the day. I have voted in every election since 1971. I try to tell young adults your vote is important. Not being interested in politics is not a good excuse. You have a civic duty. Educate yourself on the issues of the day so you can have a civil conversation either pro or con about an issue or candidate. That is how you make a difference in society. Then vote! Your issue or candidate may not win, but at least having educated yourself about a candidate or an issue can later serve to determine if you were right or wrong and how to be a better-informed voter the next time around.
Rusty Brusenhan,Centennial
As a very politically involved 18-year-old, I am truly sad that someone would write a piece generalizing all people around my age. I see people all around me my age who are registered to vote, excited to vote, joining the military, have full-time jobs, etc. There are many adults who don’t even do these things. It is unfair to act like young adults do nothing, because everyday I see how our generation will change the world in the best way possible.
Brecken Reiman,Westminster
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