With less adherence to party politics and a broadly progressive viewpoint, young people will play a key role in the outcome of the Voice to Parliament referendum.
- Lecturer in Government, Jeff Bleich Centre for Democracy and Disruptive Technologies, Flinders University
Amid predictions about a “youthquake” before May 21, what role did young voters play in this radical electoral shift?
Voting is not just about getting a sausage sandwich and avoiding a fine. There are many reasons - historical, political and personal - to vote on or before May 21.
About 85% of Australians between 18 and 24 are already enrolled to vote on May 21.
Young people were blamed for a low voter turnout in 2019. But it’s hasty to conclude they don’t care about democracy.
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