[JoshBB]

No I think it's just a case of being influenced by your community, there's a term for it but I can't remember the word. I don't think it's indoctrination at all.

[JoshBB]

Originally Posted by bitontheslide

16-18 is the age at which young adults are finishing or have finished their education, so of course they are capable of voting. At 16, you can get married, have a family, pay rent, poll tax, electricity and all the other fine things. They therefore have an equal right to determine the future of the country. It shouldn't really even be being debated, it should be a reality.

This. I hope 16 y'os are able to vote in the EU referendum

[Kizzy]

Originally Posted by JoshBB

No I think it's just a case of being influenced by your community, there's a term for it but I can't remember the word. I don't think it's indoctrination at all.

Secondary socialisation?

[joeysteele]

Originally Posted by bitontheslide

16-18 is the age at which young adults are finishing or have finished their education, so of course they are capable of voting. At 16, you can get married, have a family, pay rent, poll tax, electricity and all the other fine things. They therefore have an equal right to determine the future of the country. It shouldn't really even be being debated, it should be a reality.

I totally agree.
They can also join the armed forces too.
As you say,it should no longer be an issue of debate, it should just happen.