Why every vote is important!
Elections in accordance with the electoral principles enshrined in the German Basic Law are a fundamental principle of the rule of law that is important to us all.
Five reasons for voter turnout:
I.
Every vote counts: If you don't have a say, you leave it to others to decide who represents us in parliament!
II.
Not voting out of protest? That doesn't work! Your vote simply won't be counted and it won't have any effect. An invalid vote, on the other hand, is included in the voter turnout.
III.
Your cross can protect us from extremism! Because low voter turnout strengthens the influence of extremist movements on politics and our society.
IV.
Elections in Germany are based on five fundamental principles. They are "universal, direct, free, equal and secret" (Art. 38 para. 1 GG). This is an important basis for the functioning of our democracy.
V.
"All state authority shall emanate from the people." (Art. 20 para. 2 GG): Voting is therefore your right but also a privilege, as it is by no means a matter of course in many other countries.
Elections allow us to influence and actively shape our future.
What do you think?
- How do elections influence our constitutional state?
- Where do you find out about the party programs?
- Are you allowed to vote for the first time and how does it feel?
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