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19. However, everyone needs to register. They must be 18

Fri May 15, 2026, 11:02 AM

21 hrs ago

However, it doesn't seem like registration is in the constitution and it's a state thing. It started very early on in the 19th Century.

https://responsivegov.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Voter-Registration-A-Very-Short-History.pdf

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Yes, but they are not 'denying' your ability to vote. OldBaldy1701E 23 hrs ago #18

However, everyone needs to register. They must be 18 LeftInTX 21 hrs ago #19