The UK Lowers the Voting Age to 16
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Before the next national election, the British government will lower the voting age from 18 to 16.
This change represents the first major voting law change in the UK since the 1960s.
The left wing Labour Party says this move will strengthen democracy and restore trust in politics, but more conservative folks believe this is just a pathetic power grab.
Advocates say if these teens are old enough to work and pay taxes, they should have representation and perhaps that is a fair argument.
Personally, I couldn't care less what the UK does but I know many Democrats in the US would love to follow suit.
The social media and school indoctrination industrial complex is good at converting teens into left-wing activists, and Lord knows Democrats need to scrounge up support wherever they can find it.
However, with the growing popularity of MAGA, conservative podcasters, and America First principles, I'm not so sure the Left has youngsters as 'in the bag' as they may think!
Be careful what you wish for!
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