2024-11-05 06:00:00
“I’m not interested in the gory details of politics. I honestly have contempt for politics. It seems like politicians are dishonest people,” Ryan says. He is 28 years old and lives in rural central Connecticut, where he has lived his entire life. “I’m not happy with the direction the country is going at the moment.” He has a college degree in civil engineering and works in the construction industry in a production management role. He doesn’t believe in too much government influence. “People should be able to make decisions for themselves as long as their actions do not affect others. It seems to me that the current government wants to take control of the people.” He has voted in the last two presidential elections. “I only vote in the presidential election. I voted Republican. I support them because of economic policies and how they affect me.” He gets information on the Internet on social media or Google News, on Fox News, CNN or MSNBC. He says several times in the conversation that he isn’t sure who or what to believe. And he is actually dissatisfied with both candidates this year. “I don’t like either option. However, there is no third-party option. It’s sobering.”
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**Interview with Ryan, a Disillusioned Voter from Rural Connecticut**
**Editor:** Ryan, thank you for joining us today. You’ve expressed some strong feelings about politics and the current state of affairs. Could you elaborate on why you feel such contempt for politicians?
**Ryan:** Thanks for having me. I just see so much dishonesty in politics. It feels like politicians are more interested in gaining power than actually serving the people. That kind of behavior frustrates me.
**Editor:** You mentioned not being happy with the direction the country is headed. What specific changes concern you the most?
**Ryan:** It’s about the government’s increasing control over individuals. I believe people should have the freedom to make their own choices as long as they’re not harming others. It just seems like the current administration is trying to dictate how we live our lives.
**Editor:** You’ve only voted in presidential elections and supported the Republican Party due to their economic policies. Given your dissatisfaction with the current candidates, do you think your vote this year will still go to a Republican, or are you considering other options?
**Ryan:** Honestly, I’m torn. I don’t like either of the main candidates this year, and there’s no viable third-party option. It’s really sobering to think that I might be forced to vote for someone I don’t believe in just to make my voice heard.
**Editor:** That sounds frustrating. You also mentioned uncertainty about where to find trustworthy news. How does that affect your views, especially when it comes time to vote?
**Ryan:** It makes it really tough. With so many sources pushing different agendas, I’m left wondering who to trust. It’s hard to form an opinion when everything feels so polarized and there’s so much misinformation out there.
**Editor:** As a reader, what are your thoughts on Ryan’s sentiments? Do you feel the same disillusionment with political options and the media landscape? Should voters feel compelled to support a candidate they don’t believe in, or is it time to push for more diverse political representation? Share your perspective and let’s engage in this important conversation.
