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SK2 - Should we allow children to vote?

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  • Why are people looking for new solutions like lowering the voting age?
    Because low voter turnout is a big problem, and they want ways to increase participation.
  • Why does high school matter in the voting-age debate?
    Because many students learn U.S. history and government while in high school, helping them make informed decisions.
  • How many states require at least one year of civics or government classes?
    Nine states (plus Washington, D.C.)
  • What facts do opponents say teenagers often lack?
    Facts about their local, state, and national leaders.
  • Why do some people argue that if teens pay taxes, they should be allowed to vote?
    Because many believe paying taxes should give someone the right to vote.
  • How could young voters influence their parents' voting habits?
    Parents may vote more to set a good example for their children.
  • Why do some people think lowering the voting age is unfair?
    Because it might benefit one political party more than the other.
  • What are the two main political parties in the United States?
    The Democratic Party and the Republican Party.
  • Why do some scientists believe 16-year-olds can make informed voting decisions?
    Because some parts of the brain needed for informed decisions at 16-year-olds can work as well as adults.
  • Why do supporters think being treated as an adult in court means teens should vote?
    They argue that if a teen is old enough for adult punishment, they’re old enough to vote.
  • What happened to voter turnout for 16-year-olds in Takoma Park?
    Their turnout became more than twice as high as that of older voters.
  • What responsibilities can 16-year-olds already take on in the U.S.?
    They can work, get a job, drive, and pay taxes.
  • Why do some people believe 16-year-olds don’t know enough to vote?
    They think teenagers lack knowledge about how the government works.
  • What was the voter turnout in the 2016 U.S. presidential election?
    55.7 percent.
  • In what situation can teenagers under 18 be charged as adults?
    When they commit certain serious crimes.
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