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There should be a maximum voting age

just like there is a minimum age. why should someone over 70 that doesnt contribute anything to society still be allowed to vote... especially about topics that wont affect them anymore.
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QuixoticSoul · 41-45, M
No, but some sort of cognitive function test might make sense.
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QuixoticSoul · 41-45, M
@MarmeeMarch It’s also a prime source of voter fraud. People with dementia or Alzheimer’s shouldn’t be voting. And their kids shouldn’t be voting for them either.

Of course in practical terms, doing this in a way that’s not open to abuse is going to be tough.
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QuixoticSoul · 41-45, M
@MarmeeMarch The slipperiest of all slopes 😂

But I agree, a basic mental acuity and memory test should be part of the general health check that candidates take before running for president, etc.
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QuixoticSoul · 41-45, M
@MarmeeMarch It's one of those "necessary but not sufficient" things. Gotta start somewhere.