Why aren't kids permitted to vote?

Answer 1

Kids aren't allowed to vote because adults don't think that they are smart enough to know about politics, and make smart votes, when the truth is they just don't want kids to vote because we have a different opinion then they do so they feel threatened. Kids should be able to vote because they can be useful. They might have a different opinion but that can be a good thing if you think think about it. Kids could bring some change in views to society. What is the worst that can happen if we let children vote, really? Think about it there really isn't anything bad that could happen. I think that we owe them the pleasure of being able to vote. They are already a part of the outcome, as it's not just the adults that will suffer or benefit from the outcome of the election. For example: if kids were able to vote they would be able to say "Well, I'm going to vote for this person because they say that they will bring me a good education and fund the schools, and will make sure that everyone has good health care. So i think that we should let kids vote.

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Taking the pessimistic view, there are already enough voters who use the wrong criteria to vote, and kids would swell their ranks because they, too, haven't the mature judgment to see through political promises and swindles. The smart voters are already outnumbered by those who will vote for whoever promises them the most, regardless of whether it is wise, or even possible, to fulfill these promises. Children are not able to execute contracts, except in rare occasions, for the same reason: they cannot be legally liable for their errors in judgment or for foolish and impetuous behavior.

Answer 2

Honestly I'd have to say this is an easy one, kids have absolutely no interest or very little interest in whose president. they lack the knowledge and understanding to make decisions of that caliber, granted so do alot of adults but kids just aren't informed and will probably vote for the fun of it.

Answer 3

Because of just that - they are children! They are not considered mature enough to make decisions about the way the country is run.

Of course, there are exceptions to this belief as there are many under 18s who are mature enough to make these decisions. The law, however, cannot only accommodate some people.

Answer 4

Because if kids voted, they might just vote randomly, and that could get the wrong thing decided, or the wrong person elected, and that can lead to chaos.

Answer 5

They are not yet matured enough to fully understand what they're voting for.

Answer 6

Because people included in the government think that kids aren't or shouldn't be involved in government because they are not educated enough to make these decisions.

Answer 7

kids can vote