The right to vote in the United States was inspired by the principles democratic rule found in two ancient civilizations: Greek and
Roman. Athenian democracy was founded on the idea of direct involvement of its citizens. In the Roman Republic, elected
representatives governed on behalf of the citizens. In both case
ce in govemment, either directly or through elected
councils, and were expected to participate by voting.
Democratic govemnment in the United States gives citizens the opportunity to
or
but many people choose not
to exercise that right. In many countries, however, compulsory voting laws exist
citizens to vote in elections.
In a well-developed essay that includes an introduction, body paragraphs,
United States should
enact a compulsory voting law or let voting remain optional. Be sure to address
say and include reasons and
evidence to support your argument.