Being able to vote might make someone feel especially connected with their community or country because when voting you are able to give your opinion on how the country you're living in should be changed. Coming from a country where there is not a democracy, having a say in your government is a new concept. The political rights of an American citizen are different from the political rights of an Iranian citizen. They are different from each other because in America, there is a democracy.…
As the upcoming Presidential election approaches, many citizens believe their personal vote will elect the next President and Vice President. However, the framers of the U.S. Constitution decided to have a different process instead of using the popular vote. As the form of government was being discussed, America was not as large as it is today.…
After watching Selma, and witnessing the struggles endured in pursuit of civil rights in America; I think it is extremely important to vote as an American citizen. After seeing what Oprah Winfrey's character had to go through to get approved to vote was very mind opening. Constantly having to come back knowing more and more information that over half of the average American today does not know is absurd. Also witnessing the way African Americans were treated during peaceful protest shows the importance of voting as well, not just because of what they had to go through for everyone regardless of race and gender to vote but to be sure that times never reverse to the way that they once were. Voting in America gives the people a voice of how…
In America, citizens are given the right to vote and elect officials into office. At the age of eighteen, young adults are allowed to register to vote and take part in elections. Not all citizens participate and decide to vote. When Americans decide to exclude themselves from voting, they initially are negatively impacting society. Thomas Patterson takes his stance on this when he wrote “The Vanishing Voter”.…
Through the years, elections have become more and more important. Voting is where how some of our most important decisions are made. We decide on our elected officials both local, state, and federal. We can also vote for some laws to go into effect in our neighborhood. We believe our government to be honest and fair.…
Americans should vote to express their beliefs about politics. In the election you have a chance to vote for what you think is right and what you believe in. Take pride in being an American citizen and being able to vote for president. Every single vote is important, in the George Bush and Al Gore election in 2000 it came down to just a couple hundred votes so your vote does matter. If a couple hundred…
Many people think their vote doesn't matter because the electoral college cast their votes that elect the president , Although that might be true every single vote counts. When you vote you are voicing your opinion on a specific matter. The people who vote the least have the most to lose this upcoming election, also think about the millions of people that can't make it to the ballot. Latinos and Asian American are majority of the united states immigrants.…
Today in America, our youth are taught that the right to vote it one of the most important rights we have. It can help us shape our future as a country. But what if this cherished belief weren’t true? There are those that argue that a single a single person’s vote cannot make a difference. But are they right?…
Voting Importance The people of The United States of America have a right of voting for their representative whether that is the president or state officials when they turn 18, but most people do not take the opportunity to do so. The reason why most people do not vote is because they either do not know how to vote or they just do not know enough information on the issues. So, Why is voting so important in the United States of America?…
The Voice Of America in Chains Voting is a large part of what America is today. “Government of the people, by the people, for the people”. The voice of the people is what makes the big decisions in America and mostly through choosing who will represent us in our government in elections. This makes the vote valuable, because it has the power to make decisions and change outcomes. Although many will argue that Mandatory voting will provide a better representation of the Consensus, it will actually demote civic virtues and limit individual freedoms.…
Voting is an essential right given to individuals who are considered citizens of this great country. As a citizen of the United States of America you are entitled to countless rights that can be exercised because it is granted by the Constitution. Our Founding Fathers created the Constitution, which is essentially a manual that our society uses to make sure our government is effective. However, since our country has grown and expanded throughout the century so has the constitution.…
This may cost taxpayers a small amount more, but the price is worth it to strengthen the general populations understanding of the importance of voting as well as the impact one person’s vote can…
Through voting, you can ensure the notion of failure existing in the social structure of our society will not continue. With your vote you can take a stance against three specific issues that have driven a wedge into our communities; police brutality, environmental policy reform, and education reform. Ever since the deaths of Michael Brown and…
Should American Citizens be required to vote Throughout the years, many citizens have fought for the right to vote. Citizens of other countries view the United States as being lucky just to have the opportunity to help choose the person who will be in charge of our country or to help decide how our constitution will be amended. American citizens should be able to vote for many reasons,first being U.S. citizens are the voice of America and are our future leaders and drive the political process. The second reason mandatory voting should be require is because it can get American citizens involved in the government, and lastly mandatory voting will sustain a democratic government. I believe that American Citizens should be able to vote for many reasons, one of the reasons that American citizens should be required to vote is the simple fact that American citizens are the voice of America and without our voices this country would have no one to represent us as a whole; the American Citizens represent the American population.…
It will ensure that the winning candidates are represented by a majority of the population, not just a select few voters. Another argument Berlatsky makes is that it will better educate citizens in civics and politics (Noah Berlatsky). By making people vote, they will make the best of the vote by by researching and learning about the different issues and…