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Originally Posted by Shasown
So if they lowered the voting age to 16, and then insisted on an exam to pass, wouldnt those who failed be able to claim that they were being discriminated against on the grounds of their stupidity. Couldnt they also ask for the exam to be extended to all voters in order to be fair.
Lets face it I know some over 18's who would fail that sort of exam. Stupidity doesnt just disappear on your 18th birthday.
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I totally agree. Everyone over 18 should have to take the exam in the same way you need a licence to drive, you should get a licence to vote. I would have no problem with that at all. After all if you don't have a clue as to the major issues, and the solutions being put forward by the opposing parties, then you really shouldn't be let near a ballot box to cast a vote which is going to affect the lives of everyone in this country. Any vote should be from an informed voter.
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