Explain one benefit and one risk of making voting mandatory in the United States.

Benefit: Having a complete poll of every citizens candidate.

Risk: Some citizens will vote for any candidate or be there will be paid groups of non-opinionated voters.

Explanation:

Making voting mandatory in the United States would increase voter turnout, ensuring that the voices of more citizens are included in choosing representatives. However, many people might believe mandatory voting goes against the American ideals of individualism, freedom of thought, and personal choice.

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