Michael Atherton wrote:
I guess most voters decided, "better the devil you know."
The ones who chose to stay home must have reached the
conclusion that it makes no difference.
Some countries have laws that require voting. Should
Minneapolis? Can Minneapolis legally require voting?
I've never understood why mandatory voting is a good idea. Can someone
explain it to me?
A better way to raise turnout is to make election day a business
holiday.
David Greene
The Wedge
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