Voting

Voting in the United States is at an all-time low, and mandating Americans to vote would potentially be beneficial for the country and its people. The amount of individuals who participate in political elections seem to slowly decline, and unfortunately people seem to have no interest in political elections. According to the United States Election Project, which tracks voting trends, “only 36 percent of registered voters cast ballots during the 2014 election cycle, the lowest turnout in a general

For a very long time in earlier years Texas was known to be discriminating towards minorities when it came to voting. Especially when it came to Latinos, African Americans, and women. Texas was known to put many restrictions to impose any minority from voting in any stage of the voting process. All of these different ways of discriminating these minority groups seem to be dated back as early as the 1800’s. Let’s begin with how difficult it was for minority groups and the barriers that were put

needs will be taken in consideration to politicians because they will be ones wanting to gain votes from us since our voice will be heard and it won’t be downgraded like it has always been. The voting rates will increase if teens are allowed to vote. According to the article “Top Ten Reasons to Lower the Voting Age", “One’s political leanings are influenced by their community and their family, and it is likely young voters will vote in much the same way as their parents, not because they are coerced

Voting, an important and vital aspect of living in a democratic state, remains a phenomenon that most do not have direct access to. Allowing green card holders and eighteen-year old registered members the right to vote along with mandatory voting can stimulate the political freedoms that makes democracies great. Analyzing the different improvements and changes that can be implemented, can offer deeper insight into the U.S. voting process. Becoming a legal, United States citizen is a long, expensive

Have you ever had a time when you felt that your voice was ignored? Legal Voting age should be lowered to the age of 16. As a young Canadian citizen there has never been a greater time to change the legal voting age to 16. How come we let unknowledgable adults vote, but not smart engaged teens. Teen voices get blocked out while the adults keep talking. If we as a society change our voting age to 16 many positive outbursts will occur, For example, Voter turnout will increase, teens will be more

Introduction In any democratic society, voting behavior provides an interesting lens with which to analyze the electorate. In the political system of the United States, where two political parties dominate, civic participation and voting behavior can best be analyzed by looking at the socioeconomic status of the voters. Socioeconomic status, a “measurement which factors in a person’s education, occupation, and income, will directly influence their behavior” (Brown and Smith 1), though, is an incomplete

On November 3rd, 2015, I woke up excited for a day of engagement. I had a good breakfast, and headed out the door eager to start the day. I was about to go and vote. When I arrived at the poll at about nine in the morning, they had already been open for about two hours. Yet, I was just the second person to come out and vote. People all across the country came out to vote; however, a large majority of Americans stayed home. Why is it that on this day of democracy—a thing many people throughout history

Voting at 18? Is that really a good law or do you think it should be at the age of 16? I think this getting to vote at age 16 because I mean you drive at age 16 so why can’t the government trust you to vote as well. Voting at age 18 is protected under the 26th amendment but wouldn’t it be nice for all you 16 year olds out there to get to vote. Although Driving is less important than voting for many reasons, but the government is letting 16 year olds legally do something that is probably the most

Following laws and voting are two major responsibilities in which American’s are allowed. Laws are established for a reason and that is to keep American citizens safe. If we abide the country and state laws we are making an effort to try and better our nation. Simply, just following the rules that are set, make Americans fulfilling their responsibilities. Voting is another commodity that we sometimes overlook. Most countries are not diplomatic and do not get to vote on government leaders. Americans

In my opinion, each citizen has a civic and moral duty to vote. It is also a requirement, a responsibility, an obligation. It’s part of a bigger picture. I may speak passionately about voting rights, that’s only because as a naturalized citizen, I believe that I have been given this privilege. For me, it is certainly an honor to be able to exercise my free will to vote in this country. Conversely, being able to vote reminds me of how privileged I am in comparison to other countries, whose citizens