The UK wants to allow 16 and 17-year-olds to vote in the next general election in 2029. 5 experts give their verdicts on if Australia should do the same.

  • Norah (pup/it/she)@lemmy.blahaj.zone
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    17 days ago

    compulsory makes declining to vote a deliberate act

    As I’ve said before to many people, the only compulsory action required of you is to show up, get your name ticked off the electoral roll and put your ballots in the boxes.