VOTING:TEXAS ASSIGNMENT

Suppose they had an election and nobody came!" Texas is often called a "non voting state,' referring to the low turn out rates during elections.

According to our assigned readings this week what are some of the characteristics of Texas Voters?

What are some of the consequences of non-voting for Public Policy priorities? Should voting be made mandatory? Be sure to suggest at least three public policy ideas that could be implemented to have better "well informed voter" turn out.