Resolution 178.  (Support)   

That the Federation support calls to lower the voting age to 16.

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My daughter was very engaged at 16 and because of school more informed of the issues than many of my relatives.

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At 16 students are driving, working, and making major decisions.  It makes sense that informed members of society are able to vote and make a difference in their future.

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I understand that some members see 16 years as not well informed or able to make this kind of major life decision.  I feel the exact opposite.  Schools have been educating our students than a large portion of adults self educate.  If students are directly involved in society, they should have a vote on the people who coordinate our society.