Young People's Human Rights and the Politics of Voting Age

by Sonja C. Grover

Book Overview

Young People's Human Rights and The Politics of Voting Age explores the broader societal implications of voting age eligibility requirements and the legislative bar against youth voting in North America and in Commonwealth countries (where 'youth' is defined as persons 16 and over but under age 18). The issue is raised as to whether the denial of the youth vote undermines democratic principles and values and ultimately the human dignity of youth...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9400733712
• ISBN13: 9789400733718
• Release Date: December 2012
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 270 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"