College Democrats are in full support of President Clinton and the Democratic Party. The main activity and pleasure College Democrats concentrate on is campaigning. This year we already see the division of many Republicans in their split between Graham and Dole. College Democrats do not and cannot make that division. We support all Democratic candidates so we may stay unified within the party. Aft
September 10, 1995
College Democrats stay in close contact with College Democrats of America. Our nation headquarters keep us informed on up to date information and events. Furthermore, they have always helped us out with the rapid response that the 92 Clinton Campaign was always noted for.
For twelve years before President Clinton took office, the younger generation seemed to be ignored while all of the focus was targeted at our parents. President Clinton, you are the only President in our generation to welcome and encourage our views and active participation. You talk with us, and not at us. We value that relationship.
You’ve encouraged and promoted participation through great policy. Motor Voter, for example, has simplified the process of registering to vote in 48 of 50 states. Another example of the policy we greatly appreciate is the AmeriCorps National Service which gives students career experience as well as helping them earn money for college tuition. You are truly dedicated to our generation and College Democrats support you all the more for these reasons.
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Being President is in no way an easy job, especially when you try to tackle the big, controversial issues we are faced with. Health Care is an issue that must be dealt with. You have put great efforts into trying to fill the gaps that time has created in our health care system. Even though the issue may be on the back burner now, at least you got congress to start thinking about it. College Democrats commend you on raising the issue.
Not only do you receive pressure about policy, but the media seems to discourage the First Lady to be very visible. College Democrats are proud to say, the First Lady is a role model to the women with a good career and good family. Furthermore, women in government are not proportionate to the number of women in our nation. College Democrats hope that equals out more in the future. The College Democrats at SIUC are doing our best to encourage women to become active participants in government.
President Clinton, keep standing up to the Republican pressures. College Democrats will stand tall too.
Maggie Becnar, President of College Democrats
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