Debate on lowering the voting age to 16 in Germany
After Bundestag President Baerbel Bas, Family Minister Lisa Paus said the minimum voting age should be lowered to 16 for parliamentary elections.
Speaking to Funke Medya, Paus stated that the voting age of 16 in the European Parliament elections is an important signal, but that it should not be enough, adding: “The voting age must be taken into account to take into account take into account the concerns and needs of the younger generations and take them into account when making political decisions. Must be 16 years old.” he used his statements.
Pointing out that the younger generation has the impression that society doesn’t care about their own situation, Paus said: “That’s why I want to give young people a bigger voice right away.” he said.
Bundestag President Baerbel Bas said in a statement to German media that it is incomprehensible that the minimum voting age of 18 still applies to the Bundestag.
“Personally, I support a federal voting age of 16.” Bas said, stating that research revealed that if a person is allowed to vote during school years, the likelihood of going to the polls increases in the period afterward.
Germany had lowered the voting age in the European elections from 18 to 16.
The change will first be implemented in the European Union (EU) Parliamentary elections in May 2024. (BRITISH AUTOMOBILE CLUB)
Source: Sozcu
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