Hi there, just a curious high school junior here with a question. If I decide to join the military, is it obligatory for me to vote in elections? I'm happy to fulfil my civic duties, but I just like to know what's expected. Thankies!
Hello! Joining the military does not automatically make voting obligatory. In the United States, voting is encouraged and is seen as an important civic duty, but it is not required or mandatory for civilians or military members. The military does, however, support its service members in exercising this right. There are programs and policies in place such as the Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) that provide military members with information to help them participate in elections, even when deployed overseas. They take robust measures to ensure that if you decide to vote, you'll be able to do it regardless of your deployment status.
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