Clint Akarmann
Stanford University
I am currently a freshman at Stanford University where I am interested in pursuing a major in economics. I originally hail from the beautiful city of San Diego, California, where we claim the weather is always perfect year-round. My hobbies include following politics and current events, playing various sports, hiking in nature, and spending time with my family and friends. My interests in the news and reaching out to younger generations convinced me to join NextGenJournal at its inception, and these passions are the reason I have been working on the site ever since.
College Trip: Obama Set To Hammer Congress on Student Loans
April 24, 2012
President Obama is set to begin a whirlwind tour across three college campuses on Tuesday and Wednesday in order to press Congress to extend lower interest rates on student loans. NGJ's Clint Akarmann details the major items to watch.
Santorum Sweeps the South
March 14, 2012
Rick Santorum's wins last night in the GOP Primaries in Alabama and Mississippi brought new life to his campaign. NGJ's Clint Akarmann goes beyond the headlines and digs into the exit poll results, seeking to examine what this data tells us about the current state of the Republican race.
Alabama and Mississippi GOP Primaries: What to Watch
March 13, 2012
Today, it is Alabama and Mississippi's turn to share in the GOP primary spotlight. NGJ's Clint Akarmann recaps where each major candidate stands, and previews the three major storylines to watch as the day progresses.
Aftermath of Michigan, Arizona: Romney Back in Control
February 29, 2012
On Tuesday, former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney gained crucial wins in both Michigan and Arizona, staved off a Santorum resurgence, and re-established himself as the front-runner in the GOP nomination race.
Arizona GOP Debate: Issues that Matter to Our Generation
February 23, 2012
While the CNN GOP debate in Arizona may be over, it's worth looking back at what the four remaining candidates had to say about issues that matter the most for young voters. Here's a handy guide to the discussion.
A Lost Generation? The Young and Unemployed of America
October 12, 2011
The recession and continued economic downturn has ravaged the U.S. economy and left a huge mark on youth unemployment. In an age where jobs are scarce and dissatisfaction is growing, talks of a "Lost Generation" are beginning to grow.
GOP Debate: New Challengers and Familiar Topics
September 8, 2011
The lastest GOP debate was not short on tough policy discussions or laugh-out-loud moments. We recap the highlights, plus the exchanges on critical issues for 'the next generation': unemployment, the debt, Social Security, and more.
Bush Tax Cut Vote Postponed Until After Midterms
September 29, 2010
Democrats voted to adjourn the House today, meaning that the Bush-era tax breaks will not be voted on until after the November midterm elections.
