Flip Side of the Coin
Flip Side of the Coin is a podcast where people can go to explore different viewpoints on many issues. We take an issue and in one episode we examine and explore one viewpoint, and then in the next episode we do the same for the other side of the issue. Our goal is to give our listeners a place where they can explore differing viewpoints and their merits without feeling the need to defend themselves or argue back. Join us as we explore political and social issues, and even break down some issues that are just for fun, as we examine how others view the world in Flip Side of the Coin.
Flip Side of the Coin
In Favor of Compulsory Voting
Compulsory voting is when voting is mandatory for voters. Currently, the US makes voting completely voluntary. One result of this is low voter turnout. Average voter turnout for presidential elections is around 50-60%. This low average engagement has caused some to ask if making voting required would resolve this issue.
We look into the argument in favor of compulsory voting and look at some of the reasoning behind it. We look at voting rates for some countries that have made voting required of their people. We also look at some case studies with low voter turnout and then address some of the logic and the goals of those who want to make voting a requirement.