#LSEBrexitVote – Michael Cottakis: Why are young people not engaging with the EU referendum?

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Channel: LSE · 2016 · Education

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Modern day distractions and a belief they can’t influence politicians are two key reasons why youth are not showing much interest in the EU referendum. This is the view of LSE alumnus Michael Cottakis, President of the 1989 Generation Initiative.  

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