Not too young to run: lowering the voting age and enhancing democracy through youth political engagement

Abstract

In Georgia, little is said about young people’s right to participate in political life. As a result, the voices of young people are not fully heard by the state, which ultimately contributes to political disengagement among the younger generation. This paper discusses the potential benefits of lowering the voting age and, more importantly, examines the significance of youth voting and civic engagement in Georgia.