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I have to agree. It’s no surprise that both think young people should get involved in politics early on, and that the age of voting should be reduced to 16.
The AM for Rhondda, Leanne Wood told me in an interview she agreed that it’s vital for young people to get involved, saying “huge decisions are made about our lives by politicians – don’t leave it all to them. Make sure your voice is heard.” She believes voting should be lowered to 16, “if you can join the army and get married at 16, it makes no sense not to be able to vote”. Leanne got in to politics at university after meeting some likeminded people who were Plaid members – Leanne joined up too when she was 19.
With the 2017 general election just around the corner, whoever is voted in now will control the major decisions around health, education, public services and international issues until current comprehensive age schoolchildren are eligible to vote. Politics is essentially in the hands of young people and yet it is possible to suggets that we aren't being prepared for it as we should be.
The day we went to press was the day we woke up to the horrific news of the Manchester terrorist attack. According to credible news sources, 22 people lost their lives and 59 were chidren, many of whom were children. This is obviosuly upsetting so we spent some time seeking advice and wanted to share this with you.
Events like this are very rare and this is why they make news headlines. we must remember this if we start to think "will thi shappen to me?" We must also remember that it is important to turn to an adult such as a teacher, guardian or parent if things are worrying us because talking about it can really help. Furthermore, we have to look for the good people who helped out after the attack. Those people who offered a place to stay, a cup of tea and support for those people directly affected.