No. We are a democracy and not a totalitarian government and in a democracy people have choices. They can vote, not vote, write in names. Even though 42% of the eligible voters didn't vote in this last election that is their choice, but at the same time by not voting they also give up the right to complain about the result. In order for a democracy to work the citizens need to be involved.
No, mandatory voting would never work in the United States.
yes just like in the us you have to be part of the us to vote
ENCOURING CITIZENS TO VOTE! I encourage all American citizens who are above 18 years to vote. This is great opportunity to represent someone who is right for our government and he/she can present our opinions. I believe many people died so American citizens can vote for someone they think will run our great country. It's our right and our duty as Americans citizens to alteast vote for people didn't have this opportunity years back.
In some countries voting is mandatory and there are legal punishments for failing to vote. In the US voting is voluntary.
A mandatory voting law would be violating the first amendment because we as a people have the right to vote or not vote, which is guaranteed to us in the first amendment. Forcing us to vote would take our freedom away.
Pay your taxes in a timely manner and serve jury duty. Males must register for the draft at age 18.
uncommon
It works by voting and electing officials who will make laws.
I think felons, those under 21 and non US citizens.
Opponents of compulsory voting in the U.S. argue that it infringes on individual freedom and the right to choose whether to participate in the democratic process. They also contend that mandatory voting could lead to uninformed or disinterested voters casting ballots, which may undermine the quality of electoral outcomes. Additionally, logistical challenges, such as enforcement and the need for increased voter education, are cited as potential barriers to implementing such a system effectively.
Mandatory, but easily avoided.
I think this is actually 2 questions. Every one of the US states have voting members in Congress. Usually each state has 2 Senators and a number of Representatives (based on the population of the state.) However, US territories are not states and do not have voting members in either the Senate or House of Representatives.