“Should the youth of Australia be involved in the decision making process in any political issues that will have a direct effect on them or their future?”
I think compulsory voting is totalitarian but voting still should be encouraged. I believe there is a place for a proportional youth vote - perhaps 50% of adult vote impact fopr 16 to 17 year olds and 20 % for 13 to 15 year olds. Your country your future - you should have a say but it needs to be weighted against experience. Best thing though would be to scrap compulsory voting amongst apathetic adults who are too easily swayed by the media - it would increase the impact of the weighted youth vote :) Good on you for this initiative.
I completely agree Teresa. I myself am 16 and am very interested in Australian politics, and i know that many other teenagers would like to be able to elect their leaders.
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