How Political Are Boomers?
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It’s no secret that Boomers make up the majority of the world population. Even while there is much discussed about the “graying of America, it is certainly not in a negative way. England and France have boomers as Presidents/Leaders. Hillary had a running chance to be added to that list.
Boomers have received enormous power and influence and that doesn’t seem to be going away anytime soon. You are conservative and liberal, from all walks of life including education and incomes. You do not always agree but you are strong in your own beliefs systems.
The Democratic Convention in Denver and the Republican in Minneapolis/St. Paul will bring people from all over the country. Passions will be high, security will be higher and the excitement never ending. Controversial topics will flow like rivers, but there appears to be one topic that is on the tips of everyone tongues.
The Economy. While the economy touches everyone of every generation for Baby Boomers it can be especially frightening. The pension that The Greatest Generation and The Silent Generation had to count on for their retirement incomes barely exists anymore. Boomers, you are on their own and statistically, you have not done a good job saving. With a poor economy and rising inflation this creates a need for Boomers to probably work well past the ‘normal’ retirement age of 65 years old.
Granted, at least half of Boomers say they will work past 65 years, not just for the money but because they can’t imagine having the next 20, 30 or even 40 years of Saturdays. For you it’s a matter of finding passion and purpose that you don’t believe can be found on the golf course or at the fishing hole. You will create your own futures that will include working at a job/career or calling that will also provide income. And if you are really fortunate, health insurance.
How do see your future? How much do your believe politics will effect your years ahead, primarily your retirement years? Are you active politically? Baby Boomers have always had a strong and vibrant voice. This voice is not going away anytime soon. So, grab your appointment books and on November 4, 2008 pen in VOTE.nnn
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