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Associate Justice PiT
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« on: July 22, 2010, 05:03:44 AM »

     There is no conceivable reason why somebody should be forced to show up to cast a blank ballot & no good reason why somebody who knows nothing about politics & couldn't care less about the political process should be forced to show up at all.
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Associate Justice PiT
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« Reply #1 on: July 26, 2010, 12:48:20 AM »

You should at least be required to show up at the polling place.

What do you suggest we do with the millions that don't?  People don't always follow the law, you know.

Countries with compulsory voting generally levy a fine.
Oh, so it has more to do with revenue collection than any actual concern for civil participation. Roll Eyes

I'm pretty sure that the revenue collected is insignificant.

     In which case, just don't have a fine. I could tolerate that system. Tongue
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