La politique - A2.4

Question 1

What do you know about the french political system?

Answer 1

Currently under the 5th regime of the republic created by Charles de Gaulle
There is a president who has the power to dissolve parliament
Presidential elections take place every 5 years

Question 2

Francophone country voting ages?

Answer 2

Belgium 18
Canada 18
Cameroon 21
Luxemborg 18
Senegal 18
France 18

Question 3

For which party did young people largely vote for in 2015?

Answer 3

Le Front National

as a protest vote

Question 4

Which group in particular abstain from voting?

Answer 4

18-24 years olds (young people)

Question 5

Arguments for lowering the voting age to 16

Answer 5

decisions will affect them in the future
Increase voter turnout
Encourage teaching of politics
Can do a lot under 18 anyway

Question 6

Arguments against lowering the voting age to 16

Answer 6

No number 1 priority
Not mature enough
Can be easily influenced (by media/parents)
Not informed enough
More likely to take risks

Question 7

What are the 3 main concerns of young people?

Answer 7

L’emploi
la sécurité
L’immigration