Deep Dive
Why is voting important to Cyrus James?
Voting is a tool to influence policies that affect infrastructure, healthcare, and support services in rural areas. It determines who makes decisions that impact communities, including funding for essential services like road maintenance and healthcare.
What does Sky Schofield think about voting?
Sky views voting as a starting point for change. While it’s not the end-all solution, it sets the stage for who represents your interests and what policies will be implemented. It’s a way to choose who you’ll work with or against in shaping your community’s future.
Why does Olivia vote despite her family’s history of not voting?
Olivia votes to honor the struggles of her ancestors who were denied the right to vote. She sees it as a way to express herself politically and advocate for marginalized groups, including Black, Brown, queer, and disabled communities.
What does Roy Alexander think about voting accessibility?
Roy believes voting should be made more accessible, especially through mail-in ballots or digital options. He notes that many states lack these options, making it harder for people to vote, and suggests that making voting easier could increase participation.
How does Nayana K. Gorman connect voting to Indigenous values?
Nayana aligns her voting with preserving Indigenous rights and protecting the future of her community. She emphasizes the importance of educating oneself about the system to advocate for Indigenous values and protect treaty rights.
What does Sky Schofield think about the idea of not voting?
Sky finds the idea of not voting to be insidious and angering. He believes that apathy is a tool used by oppressors to maintain the status quo, and voting is a way to fight against that complacency.
What does Roy Alexander suggest for increasing voter turnout among young people?
Roy suggests that young people can be inspired to vote by seeing role models within their communities who prioritize voting. He also believes that education about how voting directly affects individuals’ lives can motivate younger voters to participate.
What does Nayana K. Gorman say about the importance of Indigenous youth traveling and learning about other cultures?
Nayana believes that traveling and learning about other cultures can help Indigenous youth understand the world and their place within it. It can inspire them to be resilient and better advocate for their communities.
What does Sky Schofield think about running for office?
Sky would consider running for office if it meant creating positive change for his community. He believes that being in a position of power requires a deep understanding of history and family connections, which he feels he needs to develop further.
What does Roy Alexander propose as a solution to corporate tax loopholes?
Roy suggests implementing stricter regulations on corporations and billionaires to prevent them from exploiting tax loopholes. He believes that these entities should be taxed more to ensure they contribute fairly to society.
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