16 years old voters

[Thorne]

Again where I come from originally there is a debate whether the age to vote should be changed from 18 years as it is now, to 16.

Is that a good idea?

I doubt it. The average 16 year old is not generally interested in politics, or his fellow man. While some may be, most are more interested in the latest fashions, who's boinking who in school, and who's going to win on American Idol (or whichever version goes on in your country.)

When are you old enough to vote?

I think that varies. I think I would give the right to vote to anyone who's completed the first year of their enlistment in the military, but not draftee's. Anyone, including draftee's, who is honorably discharged from the military. Anyone who completes four years of college, or equivalent, at an accredited university. I don't think I would give anyone else the right to vote before age 25.

What is the definition of a good voter/citizen?

A good voter is someone who will vote for the person best qualified for the job, regardless of political affiliation or popularity.

A good citizen is someone who will work to help the elected officials do their jobs, regardless of whether he voted for them or not.