Reply #11: Finally! A poll that does not group Gen Y in with Gen X --

[DeepModem Mom]

First, please, Gen Xers who always slam me when I post about differences between Gen X and Gen Y, according to studies I have read -- I do not indict all of Gen X. Many among Gen X, here at DU, and in my own family have worked for the side of right, with great dedication and effectiveness. But it is a more conservative generation, I believe, than Gen Y, born 1980 and after, the new voters showing up in this poll. I believe this is more than fear of a military draft. These kids did not grow up under Reagan; many of their parents retain some Sixties idealism. I am a parent of one of these kids, I know a good number of them very well -- and I have great hope for them!