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Can Young People Save Democracy?: The Crisis of Political Apathy Among Young Voters

Welcome back to the ACT OUT podcast! In this episode, host Adam Tomlin sits down with Steven Swank, president of the ODU Democrats, for a wide-ranging conversation about political identity, civic engagement, religion, education, and what motivates people to get involved in the political process.

Steven shares his journey from growing up in a conservative Christian household in Indiana to becoming a politically active college student and leader on campus. He reflects on how family influences, media consumption, religion, and personal experiences shaped his early beliefs and what ultimately led…

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