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Originally Posted by idi banashapan
I’m not against young people engaging in politics, but giving 16 and 17 year olds the vote in general elections raises some valid concerns. At that age, the brain is still developing, particularly the areas tied to long-term decision-making, impulse control, and critical thinking. While many teens are bright and well-meaning, the ability to fully grasp complex national issues and weigh their consequences is still maturing. This isn’t about intelligence, it;s about neurological readiness.
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Perhaps much the same might be said about those who voted in all kinds of national things.
Clearly, intelligence does not necessarily begin at 18. We allow adults with legitimate mental issues/impairment the vote. Some 16 year olds are mature and rational-thinking. Some 43-year-olds are seriously immature and lack cognitive skills.
As has been said, if you pay taxes, then you ought to have a say in where you think those taxes go.