Since the outcome of the U.S. Presidential elections has such an impact on the rest of the world, shouldn't global youth voices be heard and weigh in on the vote?

27-year-old Tony Payton, the youngest representative of the Pennsylvania State House, talks about his journey into politics and the important role of young people as they inform and become decision makers using new media.

Sen. Obama’s campaign is an interesting reflection point for youth media practitioners to amplify and appreciate the lessons we have learned on how to use new media and technology tools to attract younger people and to get them engaged in creating a better world through media literacy and engagment.