In this podcast, Brian Dvorak of EdTech101 describes Connect2Elect as a 'tremendous service for anyone out there looking for guidance in choosing a leader in politics.' Brian does a great job of walking users through the site, but he also highlights something that has never before been discussed in this blog - and that is, the opportunity to begin engaging up-and-coming voters in the political conversation.
Brian's podcast took me back to a time when I remember coming of age, and thinking...party affiliation? I guess I'm whatever mom is.... I recently watched a television interview with Chuck Norris who shared a very similar story. In discussing his partnership in campaigning with Mike Huckabee, Mr. Norris recalled his upbringing in a 'democrat' household. As he reached adulthood, Norris naturally assumed that he, too, was a democrat. But now a strong supporter of Huckabee, you have probably already surmised that once Norris began really diving into the issues, and considering how he personally felt about them, that he found himself sitting on the other side of the fence as an active republican.
The value in Connect2Elect really lies in its ability to wipe the slate clean of any preconceived notions or media buzz, and focus on your beliefs, your stance on the issues, and what you - not your mom - think about the issues at hand.
It's a good point that Dvorak raises. And it's also a great reminder that the rising generation of tech savvy teens is destined to become not only tomorrow's voters, but also tomorrow's consumers. While we host Connect2Elect, our core business, Neighborhood America, is all about enabling businesses and governments to engage consumers in meaningful, constructive dialogue. In a globally competitive environment, we believe that this is no longer a luxury - it's a necessity.
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