Question

both Democrats and Republicans saw legislation to extend the Voting Rights Act ad an opportunity to take up the 18 year old vote. True or False?

Answer 1

True. Both Democrats and Republicans have historically viewed legislation to extend the Voting Rights Act as an opportunity to address various voting-related issues, including the voting age. The 26th Amendment, which lowered the voting age to 18, reflects a recognition of the importance of youth participation in the electoral process. However, the extent to which each party has prioritized or framed these issues can vary based on the political context and specific proposals.