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In reply to the discussion: What are the issues of Rural Voters that we are not addressing? [View all]Bayard
(22,062 posts)Its how they are raised. The worst thing is where real, honest history, is not allowed to be taught in schools. Kids who never learn anything other than, Columbus "discovered" America, or that life on a southern plantation was an idyllic experience, remain closed minded, and so will their kids. They have no exposure to any other cultures or ideas from a young age, so grow up rejecting the same.
The progressive areas of the state are the college towns: Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green. They also have the best school systems. I don't think its a coincidence that they are the Democrat strongholds.
Too many people don't vote here. Too many people believe The Big Lie. They believe Fox News because it plays to their fears and prejudices, just like TFG.
I'd have to put most of the blame on lack of education and curiosity. I don't mean lack of schooling, but not educating themselves fairly on issues.