Voting Age In America

here's no doubt that voting is a serious responsibility granted to all Canadians. Some Canadians practise this privilege as well as right, while others take it for granted. Since the 1970's, voting turnouts has been decreasing dramatically reaching 55% in the 2000's. Eventually, less than half the population will be voting which is not good for a developed democratic country. Therefore, I strongly believe that the government should lower the voting age to sixteen-year-olds instead of eighteen-year-olds. Mainly because middle adolescents are knowledgeable enough nowadays to contribute with the society. Moreover, if these young agers get into the habit of voting in such an early age, they'll always go to vote. Consequently, politicians will care more about young age people

16 and 17-year-olds should be allowed to vote because once they start voting they may take into consideration

There are many concerns that might be brought upon if Congress chooses to lower the voting age in the U.S from 18 to 16. Many could assume that 16-year-olds are not competent enough to make mature and informed decisions. They could either choose to not vote or vote the way their parents tell them to vote. There have been past issues with lowering the voting age in America from 21 to 18. Dissatisfaction among many people could cause a huge conflict if lowering the voting age to 16. Although, we must weigh out the pros and cons of lowering the voting age. This will possible affect the voter turnout in a positive way. For those who vote earlier in life can possible develop a habit of voting in the near future. As of right now, we have a low

America has been built on the idea that as citizens, we have the choice to decide what is the best for our country. Millions of Americans cast their vote every election day to make sure their voices are heard on who is going to run their country and what new policies they will bring with them. As stated in Anny Shin’s article, “Takoma Park 16-year-old savors his history-making moment at the polls,” voting is a, “valuable privilege,” in which many don’t realize. In the United States, not every is allowed to vote, only 18-year old citizens are allowed to vote. However the number of 18-year olds voting is very low and this has been an issue in the political for quite a while. The concerns and desires of most millennials are not being expressed as many are not voting. Many, like the city of Takoma have proposed to allow 16 and 17-year olds to vote as they believe that voting among millennials will increase.

By lowering the voting age from 18 to 16 some people suggest improvement of voter turnout. On the other hand the problem is that by doing this there would be a decrease in the participation percentage. Most of the younger people would not take the time to vote; much less take the time to understand what they're voting for.

In my position I agree to lower the age of voting to 16-17 years old because it can raise up the percentage of voting. Many people are not voting because they don't believe it can help them and their community also with the support from 16-17 years old, it can show a huge difference on how the votes are increasing little by little. Also it can gives them experience on what's the voting like. Once they get older, they will know what to do because they registered the vote in an

Voting is what allows our governement to make the best decisions for our country. However some people believe that we should allow younger voters (16 years of age) to vote for our country. I would have to disagree with such beliefs for three reasons: the voting rate of young voters is already low as it is, it would decrease the currently low voting rates, and the lack of participation questions the young voters civic responsibility.

With voter turnout being at such low point, especially amoung those of youger voting age, I think it would be wise to consider lowering the voting age to 16. Lowering the age required to vote to 16 would increase the average age-range of voters as a whole, and create a more diverse voting public. It may also spark civic interest in the youth of America

British dramatist Shakespeare once said that there are a thousand Hamlets in a thousand people’s eyes. Through the ages, controversies about voting age have not quieted down, and there are more and more different opinions about voting age like it should increase to 21, or it should decrease to 17 or 16, even 13. Like a coin has two sides, each opinion has both advantages and disadvantages. In my opinion, I prefer the voting age to be 18 in the United States. Teenagers who are 18 years old are independent enough to make their own decisions, and they should have the vote right as other adults do.

It’s also thought that lowering the limit will encourage civic-mindedness at an earlier age and establish an interest in the political system, which will be continued throughout a person’s life.Scotland’s positive experience of including 16- and 17-year-olds in the 2014 independence referendum led to the lowering of the voting age for local and Holyrood elections.

Voting is a right that has long been fought over; it has taken countless reforms, amendments, and societal changes to make our country’s great democracy what it is today. The time has come again to make a much-needed reform in voting policies by lowering required age. Sixteen-years-olds should be permitted voting status for numerous reasons including their access to the same rights as older adults, previous success this policy has carried in other areas, and the full cognitive and reasoning development in these older teens.

Recently, citizens have urged politicians to lower the voting age to 16. I do not agree with the people calling for the decrease in age, to make an effort to vote. Statistics prove that young voters percential in voting turned out low. I believe the focus should be on maintaining and improving the convienience of voting for the high percetage of active voters. I know from experience, lowering the age to vote may spark an interest in some young citizens, but not many.

The voting age of America should be maintained at 18 ,instead of 16, because most younger kids are not even into politics at that age. The facts clearly state that in 2012, only 38% of voters in the age group of 18 - 24 voted. Now imagine a 16 year old taking time out of a video game, playing sports ,or time away from his friends just to go vote. Its a complete waste of time, you just wont see it happen. I know at 16 no one could get me away from my ps3. I stayed on my game system like clock work.

Imagine a time where teenagers are allowed to vote on important positions or issues that could possibly define our nation’s future. The average teenager may seem responsible, but would they be able to handle the responsibility of deciding our nation’s fate in the world as well as their own. In the article, “ Takoma Park 16-year-old savors his history making moment at the polls,” Annys Shin, who writes in depth about the historical event as well as shares valued opinions of those who participated in the making of this event, exclaims that the, “ Montgomery County community [was] the nation’s first to lower the voting age from 18 to 16.” This seems to be a test to determine if the nation should lower the voting age completely. However, this test shows varying results, but majority seem to shed some light on the fact that teenagers simply should not take part in voting. The average teenagers seem too young to be mature about issues, are uninterested in what major decisions are made by the government, and are simply being used by their parentals for an extra person support their own beliefs.

Some adults say that we should raise the voting age. Their reasons, however, don't make sense. They say young people don't care, they don't actually vote, or they can't be trusted to vote responsibly. However, not all adults do those things. It is hypocritical of them to accuse young adults of the exact same things that they themselves are doing.