College students from swing states, attending school in Massachusetts, are making sure their voices are heard in the upcoming presidential election. Rachel Hogan, a student from Pennsylvania, has already cast her absentee ballot, noting the unique experience of influencing the election in a blue state. Liz Benecchi, a senior at Harvard College from Georgia, flew home to vote early and campaign for the Democratic nominee. She organized trips for classmates to canvass in swing states. Mallory Rogers, also from Georgia, voted absentee for the first time, expressing excitement over the process.
These students highlighted the differences between the political environments in Massachusetts and their home states, noting the lack of candidate visits and political ads in Massachusetts. Caroline Spahr, a student from Pennsylvania, mentioned how candidate visits create traffic in her hometown. On the other hand, Kalvin Frank from Michigan expressed pride in his state receiving attention from both candidates. Despite this, students are determined to make their voices heard and understand the importance of each vote, especially in swing states where races can be decided by a small margin.
As the election night approaches, these students are actively engaging in the democratic process, whether by casting absentee ballots, voting early, or campaigning for their preferred candidates. Their efforts reflect the importance of civic engagement and the impact that young voters can have on shaping the future of the nation.
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