Britain’s Push to Lower Voting Age to 16 Risks Undermining Democratic Integrity

In a controversial move touted as a boost to democratic participation, Britain’s new government has announced plans to lower the voting age from 18 to 16 by the next national election. While this initiative is framed as a means to bring fresh voices into Parliament, it also opens the door for increased political manipulation and risks diluting voter maturity—factors that America must watch closely as it defends its own electoral processes. Are Younger Voters Ready to Bear Political Responsibility? The Labour Party’s promise to enfranchise 16- and 17-year-olds follows precedents set in Scotland and Wales, yet experts remain skeptical about...