UK moves to lower voting age to 16, should US be next?
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 18 2025
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Source: SeekingAlpha
Voting Age Reform in the UK: The UK government is proposing to lower the voting age from 18 to 16 for all elections, aiming to enhance political participation and align with practices in Scotland and Wales. This initiative is part of the Labour Party's reforms following a significant drop in voter turnout.
Support and Opposition: While many support the change, arguing that 16-year-olds who pay taxes should have a say in government spending, opponents question their maturity for making political decisions. Similar voting age policies exist in some countries, and there are ongoing discussions in the U.S. regarding lowering the voting age as well.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
