Sam Carling - UK Politician
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Sam Carling, Politician @ UK parliament
Sam Carling is an MP (member of parliament in the UK). He is also the first Gen-Z MP and wants to increase youth engagement in politics and public decision-making. He is passionate about making democratic systems more accessible to young people.
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See what Sam has to say about youth participation in democracy.
If you could meet Sam, what would you ask him about getting young people involved in politics?
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Comments (4)
I agree that we should try include younger people more in the politics, because it affects them just as much as it affects adults. In the early 20th century, the Liberal government introduced the education act 1906, and it added juvenile court for children. Post world war 2, the government introduced the family allowances act 1945, giving money to families with children. The conservative government (1979 to 1997) created the child support agency 1993.
Considering how much previous uk governments and political parties have done, I think that they will lower the voting age, and I definitely agree that it should be done.
Thank you.
I would like to ask you a question. Engagement of teens in politics is useful but how can we be sure that they are accountable?
I agree and disagree because some young teens like 16-17 year olds possibly can’t be trusted to vote and they could vote what their friend is voting or because of the internet like tictok or YouTube could help influence or just make memes and arguments about who there voting for. To be honest lots of kids these days don’t know much about politics so it’s not the best idea.On the other hand some schools teach about politics which is great and those children are most likely to make decisions when they vote properly not voting for who they want because the internet is.In general I think we should let everyone have a chance of voting because it’s effective on children too so it’s only fair they get to vote as well.Overall education is key in life for jobs learning making friendships and just to get you going in life.Now Sam I have a question for you.
What if children can’t afford to go to school? How will they vote if they don’t know about politics?
Thank you and if you include my questions I will be so happy.Once again thank you topical talk I love that we can share ideas. Bye!👍😜
I agree AND disagree as many teens don’t know much about politics but many do and want to speak out about what they think and what they think is right. On the other hand some schools teach about politics which is great and those children are most likely to make decisions when they vote properly not voting for who they want because the internet is. I think we should let everyone have a chance of voting because it’s effective on children too so it’s only fair they get to vote as well.