Submission + - Do we need to make voting mandatory?
gd23ka writes: "Australia and Belgium force their electorate to the ballot boxes. Disaffected in Australia
and don't want to get out of bed on election day? Pay a fine or go to jail or at least
explain why you couldn't come. With these laws on their books both countries enjoy a high
percentage of participation in their elections. Proponents say that forced participation
in the elections strengthens democracy. What are your thoughts on the matter?
You can read Slate's opinion piece first or
tell me right away: Is mandatory voting a good idea for America?"