He may only be 16, but this student has lots to say about local politics

He can't vote yet, but that doesn't stop Ben Oates, 16, from having an opinion aboutpolitics.The Grade 11 student at Holy Heart of Mary keeps a close eye on the province's political scene.

And with aelection around the corner, he has some inspiring thoughts on what's important to him as a teen who wants to have a future here in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Click the player below to hear whatBen has to say!

About Listen Up

We're delighted to bring you thisseries about teenagers in Newfoundland and Labrador.

WithListen Up, you'll hear teens tell their own stories, in their own words.

For the coming weeks,Listen Up isairing most Thursdays on your local CBC Radio morning show in Newfoundland and Labrador.

We'll also be posting the stories here online, and sharing them on social media.

Would you like to take part? Clickhereto send us a pitch about your story.