Growing up in the era of Trump, kids are forming their own views on what it means to be president. They've learned from eavesdropping on adults and watching news on TV or TikTok. But Trump's unique approach to politics has shaped their understanding of the office.
For 20-year-old Florida college student Madalyn Probst, integrity is crucial for a president. "They're supposed to be a public servant," she said. "I miss knowing that my president knew that." Many young voters who grew up during Trump's presidency initially supported him but are now disillusioned with his actions. They want a candidate who can relate to their fears about the economy and civil rights.
Experts say that growing up under Trump has influenced young people's views on the presidency, particularly in terms of checks and balances. Some students believe that the president can do whatever they want without limits, while others understand that there are rules to follow.
Probst wants a president who is authentic and represents all Americans, not just those who are convenient to them. Her generation is more concerned with issues like economic inequality and social justice than partisan politics.
Kids today are being shaped by the polarized political climate of Trump's presidency. Some students are hesitant to discuss current events because they don't want to offend others. Others have concerns about the impact of the president's actions on their lives.
As Gen Z voters approach adulthood, they're looking for a candidate who can cut through the alienation and frustration with politics. They want someone who understands their fears and can relate to their struggles.
A Harvard Youth Poll shows that young Americans are increasingly concerned about the state of the country, but many still support Trump or either party in Congress. The poll also highlights concerns about immigration, climate change, and social justice issues.
The next president will need to address these issues and build trust with a generation that's been shaped by Trump's presidency. As Probst said, "I don't want them making erratic claims or attempting to alienate groups of people using their personal social media." The future of politics depends on finding leaders who can connect with young people and inspire a new sense of hope and civic engagement.
For 20-year-old Florida college student Madalyn Probst, integrity is crucial for a president. "They're supposed to be a public servant," she said. "I miss knowing that my president knew that." Many young voters who grew up during Trump's presidency initially supported him but are now disillusioned with his actions. They want a candidate who can relate to their fears about the economy and civil rights.
Experts say that growing up under Trump has influenced young people's views on the presidency, particularly in terms of checks and balances. Some students believe that the president can do whatever they want without limits, while others understand that there are rules to follow.
Probst wants a president who is authentic and represents all Americans, not just those who are convenient to them. Her generation is more concerned with issues like economic inequality and social justice than partisan politics.
Kids today are being shaped by the polarized political climate of Trump's presidency. Some students are hesitant to discuss current events because they don't want to offend others. Others have concerns about the impact of the president's actions on their lives.
As Gen Z voters approach adulthood, they're looking for a candidate who can cut through the alienation and frustration with politics. They want someone who understands their fears and can relate to their struggles.
A Harvard Youth Poll shows that young Americans are increasingly concerned about the state of the country, but many still support Trump or either party in Congress. The poll also highlights concerns about immigration, climate change, and social justice issues.
The next president will need to address these issues and build trust with a generation that's been shaped by Trump's presidency. As Probst said, "I don't want them making erratic claims or attempting to alienate groups of people using their personal social media." The future of politics depends on finding leaders who can connect with young people and inspire a new sense of hope and civic engagement.
. Nowadays, it's like every kid is an expert on politics just 'cause they've been watching Trump do his thing on TV or TikTok 
. It's kinda sad, you know? They're missin' out on learnin' about the history of the presidency and how it's supposed to work... all that checks and balances stuff 
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. Now, I feel like a lot of young people are gettin' this idea from Trump's antics on Twitter... it's like they're tryin' to relate to him or somethin', but really they're just repeatin' what he says without thinkin' about the bigger picture 
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I think it's crazy how much we've learned from Trump's presidency, but not necessarily in the way that we thought we would. Like, some of these kids are totally disillusioned with him and his whole "do whatever you want" vibe, but they're still trying to figure out what a president is supposed to be all about 
. I mean, Madalyn's got it right when she says integrity is key - that's like, super important for someone in charge 
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. Like, they're not just thinking about the party line or whoever is convenient to them - they're actually thinking about how policy affects their lives 
. And honestly? That's kinda refreshing 
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. They want a president who can relate to them and address the issues they care about 
. It's gonna be interesting to see how this plays out in the next election 
. Can we find leaders who can connect with Gen Z and inspire some hope for the future? 
it's a weird vibe, but I guess thats what we need, someone who can cut through all the noise and just have a real conversation with us 
. It's like, we want someone who is real and can relate to us, you know? Not just some politician who only cares about their own party 
. And can't they just be honest for once without making up crazy claims on social media 
? I think that's what we're looking for in a president... someone who gets it 
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