So why have the parties failed to translate this passion into votes and participation? For many children and young people, the blame lies firmly with the very politicians who complain that young people show no interest in politics. Politicians are seen as adept at talking the talk but fail to take ideas into practice.
While all parties this time recognised the importance of the young vote, many young people believe that they are not being taken seriously by politicians.
This is made worse by parties taking a pragmatic approach and deciding that if the young won't vote then it is better to win the votes of those who do. This was demonstrated by the parties wooing the over-50s with a variety of high-profile policies.
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