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Above The Noise

Should 16-Year-Olds Be Allowed to Vote?

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

Aired 02/11/2019

FromDigital Studios

Above The Noise

Should 16-Year-Olds Be Allowed to Vote?

Season 3 Episode 7 | 5m 54sVideo has Closed Captions

When you turn 18, you can vote, but 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.

Aired 02/11/2019

FromDigital Studios

Above The Noise

Should 16-Year-Olds Be Allowed to Vote?

Season 3 Episode 7 | 5m 54sVideo has Closed Captions

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.

Aired 02/11/2019

FromDigital Studios

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