interest in politics
After the 26th Amendment was passed, younger Americans had a voice in politics and decisions for our country. 18 year olds could become more involved in our nation's politics which is a very exciting process. Higher interest levels lead to more votes. When people vote for the first time, many do a lot of research to choose the best candidate for the election. Therefore, the 18 year old vote is not just another vote, it is the most educated vote. Since 18 year olds are still in school, they will strive to understand how the government works and become smarter citizens. Our nation's election process is helped with the interest of young citizens.