The second passage provides more sound arguments.
In the first passage, the argument is supported by statistical evidence regarding the number of people who cited being "too busy" as a reason for not voting. It also highlights the potential benefits of a national holiday, such as enabling more citizens to volunteer at polling places and addressing long lines at the polls. The reasoning in this passage is logical and appeals to practical considerations.
However, the second passage lacks strong supporting evidence for its claim. It relies on generalizations and assumptions about the laziness and lack of interest in government among non-voters. The statement that most people who don't vote feel that their vote doesn't count is subjective and lacks empirical evidence to support it. The argument also dismisses the potential impact of making Election Day a national holiday, without considering the positive effects it could have on increasing voter turnout.
Overall, the first passage presents stronger arguments by relying on data and providing logical reasoning, while the second passage lacks substantial evidence and relies on broad assumptions.