Voting rights through 26th Amendment in 1971
The article traces the 26th Amendment allowing 18 year olds to vote, notes the Viet Nam era draft parity, and explains primary and general election dynamics for 2004. It also recalls prior amendments 15th 19th and 24th expanding suffrage and barring poll taxes.
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Debate on juvenile death penalty in the United States
The Supreme Court will hear a Missouri case about executing 16 or 17 year olds for murder. Supporters note states vary on age eligibility, while opponents argue youth lack impulse control and a global trend opposes juvenile executions.
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