Should we seriously consider mandatory voting? Voting should be treated not only as a right but also as a civic responsibility. Many people in the past fought hard for the right to vote, including women and people who were excluded because of their economic or social status. They were not simply seeking convenience; they were demanding dignity, recognition, and a voice in decisions affecting their lives. Today, when voting is available to so many of us, why do we treat it as optional? … More Toronto Votes: Is Our Democracy Choosing the Best Leaders?