Local student finds interest in Global Politics

A Windsor university student says the U.S. should consider a third party for the presidential election.

 

Alex Turner, 20, a nursing student at University of Windsor says she has been following the election through  TV debates.

 

“I take an interest in global politics and like being informed on global topics and their relation to Canadian government,” said Turner, who has an interest in financial issues covered in the election.

 

“Since the U.S. has one of the highest rates of unemployment it’ll be interesting to see what improvements or backlashes might develop following the Nov. 8 election,” said Turner.

 

“ I’m interested in seeing the position that the candidates will take on the increasing cost of education. Both parties have plans to decrease the amount of post-secondary education but seeing the approach to that is something to watch for.”

 

Turner said she has learned the American electoral system would function “more smoothly” if more than two parties existed. She says two parties limit America’s ability to vote because the majority of people’s political views do not completely fit under Democratic or Republican ideals.

 

The media does a poor job of covering presidential campaigns according to Turner. She says as news networks possess biased opinions based on their political beliefs.

 

“Media will show you what they want you to see. Not necessarily what the voter needs to see,” said Turner.

 

She says the “fitness” of the candidate should be taken into consideration when choosing the presidential candidate.

 

“Experience and professionalism are key,” said Tuner.