At sixteen you have the right to have sex, leave school,get married, join the army and even start a business. As 16 year olds have already earned these rights, they should be allowed a small say in what the government decides on their businesses and army by means of the vote. Over 1.5 million citizens are being rudely denied the vote every 5 years. Supporters of all ages all over the UK are calling for Votes at 16. We need anyone who agrees help to sign this petition and get it noticed by the government.
I am currently drafting letters to local representatives to force a direct conversation about this double standard. Post our link on Facebook today to ensure your representative sees that sixteen year olds are paying attention. Text this petition to three friends who believe young people deserve a say in their own future.
March 13, 2015
The momentum behind this campaign is undeniable and it proves that people are ready for this change. Now take this link and post it on your Facebook page to keep the pressure on our leaders. Send an email to your local representative today to let them know where you stand.
3 Comments
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Mark Meyer
11 years ago
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ridiculous that u can join the army and get shot at but not vote. let them have a say.
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Sarah Wong
11 years ago
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Its about time. 16 year olds are way more politically aware than people give us credit for. Give us a voice!!
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Liam Phillips
11 years ago
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If i can pay taxes on my wages I should get a say on who decides how that money gets spent. Makes no sense that I cant vote.
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At sixteen you have the right to have sex, leave school,get married, join the army and even start a business. As 16 year olds have already earned these rights, they should be allowed a small say in what the government decides on their businesses and army by means of the vote. Over 1.5 million citizens are being rudely denied the vote every 5 years. Supporters of all ages all over the UK are calling for Votes at 16. We need anyone who agrees help to sign this petition and get it noticed by the government.
I am currently drafting letters to local representatives to force a direct conversation about this double standard. Post our link on Facebook today to ensure your representative sees that sixteen year olds are paying attention. Text this petition to three friends who believe young people deserve a say in their own future.
March 13, 2015
The momentum behind this campaign is undeniable and it proves that people are ready for this change. Now take this link and post it on your Facebook page to keep the pressure on our leaders. Send an email to your local representative today to let them know where you stand.
3 Comments
M
Mark Meyer
11 years ago
Featured
ridiculous that u can join the army and get shot at but not vote. let them have a say.
S
Sarah Wong
11 years ago
Featured
Its about time. 16 year olds are way more politically aware than people give us credit for. Give us a voice!!
L
Liam Phillips
11 years ago
Featured
If i can pay taxes on my wages I should get a say on who decides how that money gets spent. Makes no sense that I cant vote.
ridiculous that u can join the army and get shot at but not vote. let them have a say.