When you turn 18, you can vote, but should 16 year olds be allowed to vote?

Should 16-Year-Olds Be Allowed to Vote? Above The Noise

Premiered February 11, 2019
Should 16-Year-Olds Be Allowed to Vote?

When you turn 18, our society generally considers you an adult. You can join the military. You’re eligible for jury duty. And, of course, you gain the right to vote. However, you can get a job, pay taxes, and even be tried as an adult for some crimes at 16. Clearly, laws have an impact on nearly everyone well before they can cast their vote.

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