Why Voting should not be Mandatory
Words: 1483 Pages: 5 945Introduction The act of casting a vote is symbolic of the power vested in citizens in a democratic society. Elections hinge upon participation, but many agree that the absence of a vote confers a significant impression. Since not everyone is willing or able to cast a vote, the case is strong for reform to encourage increased voter turnout. This position contradicts a fundamental point: that casting a vote is the responsibility of all. On the contrary, voting is a fundamental […]
