The Controversial Debate: Age Restrictions on Voting and Gun Ownership

Mason Riverwind

Updated Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

In a recent social media post, a user named Sgt Joker, known as @TheSGTJoker, has ignited a heated debate surrounding age restrictions on voting and gun ownership. The post highlights the Republican Party's call to raise the voting age to 21, citing the high turnout of 18-21 year-olds in the Midterms. However, the party's stance on other age-related policies seems contradictory.

The post points out that the same Republican Party that advocates for raising the voting age believes that an 18-year-old is mature enough to purchase an AR15 rifle, while a 10-year-old is considered old enough to become a mother. This apparent inconsistency has sparked discussions about the party's stance on age-related matters.

Many users have joined the conversation, expressing their thoughts and opinions on the topic. Some argue that if individuals can be sent to adult prison or serve in the military at 18, they should have the right to vote. Others believe that the voting age should be lowered to ensure that young people have a say in shaping their future.

The discussion also touches on the belief held by some Republicans that 12-year-olds can marry adults. This assertion has drawn criticism and further fueled the debate. Additionally, users question whether the Republican Party's opposition to lowering the voting age is rooted in a desire for control rather than sound reasoning.

Interestingly, the conversation expands beyond the United States, with users referencing Scotland's decision to lower the voting age. They argue that young people should have a voice in policies that will directly impact their lives.

The image accompanying the post features Sgt Joker's profile picture, displaying a black and white close-up of a stern-looking man with slicked-back hair. The post's text is in black font against a white background, emphasizing the critical tone and the invitation to reflect on the Republican Party's stance.

As the debate intensifies, individuals on both sides of the argument make their voices heard. Some criticize the Republican Party for allegedly abandoning young people and putting them in harm's way, while others suggest that age restrictions should be standardized based on responsibilities such as paying taxes or serving in the military.

While the discussion surrounding age restrictions on voting and gun ownership continues, it is evident that this social media post has sparked a thought-provoking conversation about the Republican Party's stance on these matters. As the public engages in these debates, it remains to be seen how these age-related policies will evolve in the future.

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Top Comments from Imgur

icommentwithsteveharvey

Don't forget republicans are also the ones challenging age of consent to marriage to either be below eighteen or not existed at all. Giving p*** vibes

Bystandr

If they can be sent to adult prison or the front line as a soldier, thats pretty much where were counting them as adult, so give them a vote

TektronixTDS360

I mean good luck repealing the 26th amendment but yeah what a bag of a******s

bonetonelord

So, they want people who hate them to have guns, but not be able to vote? That's certainly an interesting approach.

TheMeatIncident

dont forget this party also loves the JR-15

PinkyTheUnicorn2

They also believe 12 year olds can marry adults.

gingersnapdragon

Scotland went the other way and LOWERED our voting age because we believe that is the young who will have to live with the policies we vote on

SonsofLibertyArise

F*** 'em! If the person can be drafted and fight for the country then he should be able to vote. Now and forever!

5WattBulb

Oh they're not upset that they're voting. They're upset that they're not voting for THEM!

Filanwizard

The voting age was 21 wasn’t it? Then during either WW2 or a later war the 26th amendment was ratified lowering the age because if you are old enough to be drafted you also deserved to participate in the democratic process.

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