Youth unimpressed by tenor of campaign

It has done little to alter their perception of politics

Neither political fronts nor their campaigners have covered themselves in glory on the campaign trail this poll season even as watchful youngsters seem far from impressed. As it is, the standard of the campaign seems to have done precious little to change their clichéd perception about politics. “The insensitivity of it all starts right from their noisy campaign with little regard for people’s discomfort, which also often leaves them stranded on roads while on important assignments. Also, there is a general negativity in turning even positive messaging of rivals into needless controversies, thus reducing one’s election campaign into personal vilification of opponents. There are better ways to win votes,” said Varsha Venugopal, vice chairperson, St. Teresa’s College.