Much-maligned and typically used as a scapegoat, young voters between ages 18 and 25 represent a large percentage of the population, but have a low voter turnout. While some young adults battle the image of apathy, others seem content to live in it. To young people, opinions on democracy are far-ranging. It's more than just Young Republicans and Young Democrats. To many, it's a set of beliefs they can't take to any political party. Why do young adults feel such a rift between the government and democracy of which they're citizens? We'll let young people explain.
Writer: Chris Rodkey
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Following a student paper, journalism school and a reporting job, Spokesman-Review online producer Chris Rodkey is trying to ride the new wave of technology while applying traditional journalism skills of the past.
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Zogby has done a study revealing increased interest in this year's presidential election.
Those young voters also chose Kerry over Bush, 55 percent to 40 percent.
