Even though Roe V. Wade occurred in 1973, abortion rights have been major issues in nearly every federal and state election since then. The world watches the United States political climate on these major issues regarding abortion and women’s rights. In this piece, columnist Corinne Lyons analyzes the major impact that these decisions could have on society now and in the future.
The Women’s March — and the world — showed we the people, and definitely we women, are as ready as ever.
Unfortunately, what is getting lost in this rhetoric is the fact that although our young people are voicing their concerns, they are at ages where they cannot vote. However, as Millennials, we are at the prime age where we can control the fate of these decisive decisions.
At a critical juncture in American history, Millennials and future generations need to absorb this biased news with a critical eye and make informed judgments, think of the economical consequences, then get up and vote!
Our government is going to have to face what lengths these teens are willing to go to and they might just have to accept that the gun laws need to change. But one thing is for sure: these kids aren’t going anywhere.
She sent a message that these groups, particularly immigrants, were no longer going to be ignored and put on the back burner. Their issues were important and their voices would be heard.
Below is the transcript of a letter college student Bethany Sattur mailed to Hillary after the election which exemplifies how those who supported her will keep working towards a better future
