Rumors and Truth

[classicman]

Originally Posted by glatt

You aren't being very clear.

Do you think it's fine for Republicans, to sign up more Republicans to vote?

Yes

Originally Posted by glatt

signing up homeless people to vote?

no*

* These are predominantly votes that are garnered to simply skew elections on a one time basis. The college students are much more likely to be voting in future elections and will be more educated and informed voters.
My personal opinion is that everyone should be registered to vote while in High School which would eliminate virtually any need for these organizations, both D & R equivalents to exist.

[smoothmoniker]

Originally Posted by classicman

The college students are much more likely to be ... more educated and informed voters.

Horshit.

[ZenGum]

Originally Posted by smoothmoniker

Horshit.

IIRC, Smooth is a college teacher.

So am I (admittedly, in a different country).

I second his opinion.

A significant proportion of these kids don't have a bloody clue. Many more are totally apathetic. Those that are into politics are excitedly gobbling up whatever party line they first got a taste for. A very small number are actually intelligent, informed, and thoughtful.