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Why Teens Aren't Voting and How to Fix It | Venice Beach News
America’s 250th birthday looms, but civic participation is in crisis—especially among teens. In California, 57% of 18-year-olds aren’t registered to vote, and only 11% of eligible teens use pre-registration, even though it’s available at 16. It’s not apathy—it’s ignorance: young voters don’t know how to start. A bill requiring schools to teach pre-registration before 11th grade was vetoed, despite evidence that voluntary efforts aren’t working. With democracy under strain, lawmakers must act: teaching kids how to vote isn’t optional—it’s essential. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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