Maria Giannopoulos for the 2026 Young Voices Contributor ProgramMaria Giannopoulos is excited to be considered as a 2026 Young Voices contributor to bring the power of digital media and social journalism to the forefront. She is not the traditional applicant that Young Voices would typically attract for their contributor program, but she is excited to champion free markets and individual liberty on a national stage. Maria represents a rising shift toward digital media and using everyday tools to communicate key messages to the beltway and to voters across America right at their fingertips. Maria's thought leadership in the space stems from my experience at the cross section of digital media, technology and politics. As a contributor she plans to focus her writing on three main topic areas: The rise of AI and the need for innovation. The Creator Economy and its influence on politics. The role of digital media in elections. Thank you for your consideration.