By Michael Kochler
This month’s column was not written by one of the Cornwall Young Democrats due to scheduling problems (the result of a late deadline by this publication’s editor) but by this publication’s editor.
I have the pleasure, indeed honor, to be a liason and mentor for this group of amazing young ladies and men. Together they are educating and organizing their fellows. They are in fact the future of our community – and the communities they will spend time in - as they take their place among the leaders of society.
Galvanized by the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida and the March for Our Lives a number of students organized an event at Cornwall Central High School. This led to the formation of the Cornwall young Democrats.
The Cornwall young Democrats have identified the following goals: Advocating for affordable education and equal access to a quality education for all; Bringing an end to gun violence; Protecting the future of the environment; Raising awareness among their peers; Educating their peers about the electoral process; Protecting and expanding women's rights; and Promoting active participation in the political process at all levels.
I for one feel heartened by their involvement.
Thanks to Jessica Wu and Katie Skoog for their contributions to this month’s column.