Are Millennials "Generation Politics"?

An article in California Magazine makes the case that Millennials, while possessing short attention spans and prone to self-absorption, are nonetheless poised to bring real, positive change to politics, if and when they choose to do so.

In “Generation Politics,” writer Chris Smith compares Millennials to his own generation (X), as well as the Boomers and the Silents (those born between the Great Depression and World War II). He points to the rising generation’s tolerance, optimism, and civic engagement — and he concludes that there’s reason to be hopeful that Millennials will be up to tackling the country’s overwhelming challenges.

There seems to be a general belief, he writes, that this generation won't show for the upcoming midterms. But, just as a numbers game, he believes “it's just a matter of time before Millennials come to dominate our elections for good.”

Check out the entire article and let us know below what you think — did he get it right? Is this generation ready to take the reins from the previous ones? And is the media right to assume Millennials won’t show up for the midterms? If you don't think so, be sure to visit our election page to get involved and register to vote.