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Question
Why universal adult franchise is important?
Solution
- It has nothing to do with economic growth or staying ahead, of the competition. Under this system a government is elected that is accountable to the people it governs.
- Because every vote counts, issues in society receive their appropriate weight in terms of importance and urgency.
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