Will excited (single) Obama supporters actually vote?

I have to say, I’m pretty disappointed that I’ll be missing the Obama rally tonight in New York City’s Washington Square Park. I haven’t yet seen him speak live, but I’ve heard that he’s unbelievably inspiring,
charismatic, and determined—no surprise.

But there’s something new in the air. Something, well, strange and foreign to politics as people my age know it. Because the majority of my generation associates politics and “involvement” with wearing campaign pins and meeting in dusty living rooms of activities from the 60’s. Either that or dressing up in a suit, stomping over to the most expensive (boring) wooden bar, and chuckling/drinking with red-faced, white-haired men.

So check this out. Young people are seeing this Obama rally as a place to flirt it up with like-minded supporters. It’s a mixer! Which is all well and good, I guess, but I just hope these countless singles turn out to actually vote for the man. Because right now I’m a little confused. Here’s why:

With so much buzz surrounding the Obama campaign, I’m wondering why he is lagging in the polls. How can the polls be accurate when so many supporters have contributed monetarily to his campaign? When his website gets more daily and unique hits than any of his rivals? When excited faces turn out by the thousands whenever he speaks publicly? Are young people being polled at all??? (many of whom only use cell phones and don’t even have a landline).

Total disconnect for me. What do you think?

More on the singles scene rally from NY Daily News

Comments

[jpastor]

Woah. You bring up a very interesting point--disconnect indeed. Now my question is, are all these stirred, energetic young individuals actually motivated and organized to actually go vote for Obama in large enough numbers to put a dent in Hillary's campaign efforts? Hillary has strong support in the young, single demographic also I believe, no?

[Audrey]

I'm not sure. I think a lot of people are excited about Obama because he's a visionary. I disagree with him on particular things so he's a no-go. The candidate who mirrors my beliefs the most is Clinton which is precisely why I will vote for her.

The thing about Obama fans is that their expectations are far too high and he's bound to disappoint them. The country is just a mess currently and the Obamamaniacs expect a 180 overnight. I do like the guy a lot, but NO ONE can possibly fulfill the lofty expectations that his biggest fans have for him. I do feel for him for that reason. His fans are the most outspoken and excited about any of the candidates. I haven't been to Clinton's site since last year. I've been to John Edwards multiple times since. I know what she stands for. I'm already tired of election season and I don't need to know every single thing she does. Would I go to a Clinton rally in Boston? Yes, if I happen to be free.