We are one. We are the future. We will be heard.
The Youth Initiative for National Action is a non-partisan political action organization, targeting racial and religious issues and giving high school and college students a voice. By working with elected officials on both sides of the aisle, we target issues that should transcend partisan lines such as racism, religious discrimination, and education on the local, state, and federal level.
We will build a brighter tomorrow by helping and encouraging the next generation to take action against bigotry and other issues that plague our country and by working with political leaders to make a difference.
Since the founding of our nation, we have struggled with racially equality. Men and women have died fighting for their rights, and that continues to this day. Enough is enough. It is time for the next generation to take charge and show that we are tired of our people being killed, tired of racial discrimination, and we will not settle for anything less than equality.
America was founded on the core belief of religious freedom, an ideal that we cannot surrender. In recent years, religious freedom has come under attack, and that is something we must work to combat. Through effective communication and understanding, we can help communities learn to set aside their differences.
Gun control is a controversial issue, but the right for a child to go to school is more important than the right to own an assault rifle. The time is now to reform gun control. No-buy lists are necessary to prevent people with a history of violent tendencies from obtaining a firearm. Better background checks for criminal history and mental illness should be taken seriously. Not all guns are purchased with malcontent and we, as Americans, have the right to bear arms, but there is no reason to own an automatic or semi-automatic weapon. People argue that mass murderers will find another way, so let’s make them find another way. It should not be this easy.
Education is a complex issue that is further complicated by America’s unique culture and demographics. Our public school system has been damaged almost beyond repair by institutionalized racism, standardized testing, and politicians who do not understand the complexities of the issues. Students deserve a voice in their education, and it is long past time we give them that voice. Students bring insight and experiences that even the strongest educators lack. We will work with educators, school board members, and politicians to improve public schools for both students and teachers.
