Comment by mpesce

Comment by mpesce 18 hours ago

4 replies

We regularly have 92% - 93% participation in federal elections here in Australia. Having one next weekend, and already record numbers of pre-poll votes.

chaboud 18 hours ago

It’s almost like elections are held on Saturdays and participation is compulsory.

Almost…

Perenti 18 hours ago

And those that don't vote have to show a very good reason, or pay a fine, or face gaol.

  • grues-dinner 17 hours ago

    Correction: those that don't enter a polling station. What you do in there is up to you. You can cast a vote, spoil the ballot, cast a "donkey vote" (numbering the options in the order printed), leave the ballot empty, as long as it goes in the box.