Are many young people distressed about the war in Gaza?
Of the 16 issues the poll asked 18- to 29-year-olds about, those two were ranked last in importance, behind issues such as inflation, immigration, housing and protecting democracy.
Indeed, as The Gazette noted, when it comes to the relationship between Biden and young voters, “It’s complicated.”People watching student protests spread across college campuses in recent weeks might be surprised by that notion, but it’s important to remember that reactions to the protests can work in different ways.
I believe in students’ right to protest — peacefully — even as I acknowledge that protests are often imperfect, and the actions of some who protest are regrettable.
I also understand that protesting students are only a fraction of all students, and students are only a fraction of all young voters.
Persons:
Biden’s, Biden, “, —
Organizations:
Harvard, Harvard Gazette, Gazette
Locations:
Gaza, Israel