Renka says primaries allow the American people to decide on who the nominees will be from each of the parties. This will set the stage for the final Common Hour program in the series on March 22, he said. He says the four forums will allow for dialogue and interaction and that each of the panelists will invite challenges to their arguments. Unlike in 1996, we know we are going to get a new president who will change the direction of policy. He says many of today's young people lack trust and belief in institutions.
People feel overwhelmed by corporate power and feel a certain futility to participating.
Renka says participation rates and voter turnout will be analyzed during each of the forums on campus. I think it's going to be a pretty interesting election year. Cooper will be responsible, through the SBDC, for providing confidential counseling to small business firms and individuals considering business ventures. He will coordinate and conduct research into technical and general small business issues, and develop and offer educational programs geared to the needs and interests of small businesses. In addition, Cooper will coordinate access to local, state, national and international public and private business and technical resources.