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WhiskeyGrinder

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4. There are plenty of reasons why people don't vote -- Pew routinely does research into this.

Reply to mahina (Original post)

Mon Nov 24, 2025, 11:20 AM

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It’s not seen as urgent or relevant (especially by those who are poorer, less educated, or otherwise marginalized), the candidates aren’t inspiring, and voter suppression are some of the big ones.

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Most common reason I've heard is that all politicians are in it for themselves SheltieLover Monday #1

Apathy bucolic_frolic Monday #2

Very true! SheltieLover Monday #3

There are plenty of reasons why people don't vote -- Pew routinely does research into this. WhiskeyGrinder Monday #4