The current political season has brought many of us into the democratic process. An Oct. 23 issue of the Inquirer chronicled the excitement of DVC students for Sen. Barack Obama’s campaign for the presidency.

This new energy by the Millennial Generation – children of the Baby Boomers, born between 1977 and 1995 – must not wane after this week.

While the Millennials should be commended for their commitment to Sen. Obama, the Oct. 30 waterboarding demonstration at DVC by World Can’t Wait and Contra Costa Radical Action reminds us that there is still work to be done.

Japanese soldiers were tried for war crimes for using this simulated drowning technique when interrogating American prisoners during World War II. Yet, water boarding has since become one of the techniques approved by the Bush Administration against suspected terrorists at Guantanamo Bay detention camp.

Millennials don’t commonly flock to organizations such as World Can’t Wait and Contra Costa Radical Action. Apathy has more often been the tradition.

Yet, the opportunity take part in something larger than ourselves has motivated many of us to push this lack of involvement aside and reach out to voters in all 50 states.

This new-found drive must not be allowed to lapse. Millennials have the opportunity to leave a lasting impression on the world. And searching out a cause in which one believes is integral to remaining passionate.

Look within your communities. There are many charities and non-profits where you can make a real difference.

And don’t be afraid to look beyond. Your participation can be pivotal to many organizations.

World Can’t Wait and Contra Costa Radical Action’s determination to raise public awareness of waterboarding is just one example of what we Millennials can do to make a difference.