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Originally Posted by Brujah
There are some interesting arguments for compulsory voting. One important reason is that it ensures the vote actually represents a majority of the population, and not just those who could be bothered to vote.
Can you cast a blank vote in Brazil, or are you obligated to vote for someone?
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Yes, I can "vote in blank", but these votes go to "the legion". That's the same as you've voted on the winner. The blank vote is not really blank.
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Originally Posted by JohnnyClips
The government FORCES you to vote?!?!
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Well, they do not put a gun in our face, but they say all day long on TV that it is an obligation, and if you don't vote you have a few problems to face:
Who works for the government, do not get paid, and can't participate in any government related thing;
For everyone, it is denied the right of requesting a new Passport or ID;
Of course we can pay a small bill and we're "free again".