Kialo requires JavaScript to work correctly.
Should voting be compulsory?
Loading Discussion
Selected thesis
Voting should be compulsory for all adult citizens.
Pros
Cons
Pro claim 1
Compulsory voting would help governments better represent the will of the people.
Pro claim 2
Compulsory voting would make it easier for people to vote.
Con claim 1, children below
Voters often do not know enough about issues to make a informed choice.
Con claim 2
Enforcing laws around compulsory voting would cost a lot of time and money.