Jesse Ferguson, executive director of the 21st Century Virginia Coalition, gave a presentation sponsored by the University Democrats last night, the latest in both Virginia-21's attempt to urge young voters into action and the University Democrats' "Take Action" agenda, which promotes similar activism among University students.
Virginia-21 describes itself as a bipartisan "action-tank" with a nonpartisan agenda promoting the interests of 18 to 24-year-olds. The organization recently has lobbied the state government regarding absentee ballot reform, financial aid increases, funding for public universities, redistricting, supporting tenure for college professors and other issues.
The University Democrats also aim to mobilize University students, although regarding Democratic issues. The group will continue to sponsor speakers and activities as part of "Take Action" through the end of the semester.
As a follow-up to last night's talk, the University Democrats will hold a letter-writing session to state legislators Feb. 22.
--Comp. by Amir Khoddami and Christopher Jones
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