Why is voter turnout lower in the United States than in most democracies? Should voting in federal elections be mandatory? Should voting be held on weekends, as it is in most of Europe? Discuss...

Why is voter turnout lower in the United States than in most democracies? Should voting in federal elections be mandatory? Should voting be held on weekends, as it is in most of Europe? Discuss reforms you could make or legislation you might pass to improve voter turnout, particularly among young people.