While the heading is too broad I thought I’d keep in on hopes that the thread would take off on those general topics rather than three separate threads.

I’m becoming more frustrated and disillusioned with the American political system. Some think that the system is on the cusp of realignment, a few think that the realignment has started and and it would seem that most aren’t sure of anything.

Undoubtedly, being in the middle of it seems to narrow the perspective no matter the circumstance. AussieGunWrier’s comparison of AU and the USA piqued my curiosity to know a bit more.

Based on that post your election participation is quite different than ours. Is compulsory the right term? Is there a penalty for not voting? Do you typically have a high voter turnout? How do voting and elections play out for you guys? I’m left with the opinion that your countrymen take a more active role rather than resorting to yapping as a primary mode of participation.