Summary
Young voters in rural areas and small towns in the U.S. feel overlooked by politicians. Many, like Andrew Tait from rural Virginia, are struggling with the high cost of living and feel disconnected from political leaders.
Key Facts
- Andrew Tait lives in rural Virginia and works at a factory and on a small farm.
- He worries about rising costs and their impact on his family's future.
- He wrote an essay expressing concerns about financial struggles and feeling excluded.
- Many young rural voters feel politicians ignore their economic issues.
- Gen Z and millennials are projected to be more than half of the voters in the next election.
- Some young voters resonate with President Trump's message on economic change.
- High costs of living, like food and healthcare, are major concerns for these communities.
