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[SheltieLover]

1. Most common reason I've heard is that all politicians are in it for themselves

Difficult to refute when those on our side join with thugs to vote against the interests of citizens.

[bucolic_frolic]

2. Apathy

Heard 3 seniors talking recently. They didn't connect their self interest with politics, one side or the other, policies, zilch. "The politicians don't do anything," one said. End of discussion. We need to target seniors as well as GenZ.

[SheltieLover]

3. Very true!

[WhiskeyGrinder]

4. There are plenty of reasons why people don't vote -- Pew routinely does research into this.

It’s not seen as urgent or relevant (especially by those who are poorer, less educated, or otherwise marginalized), the candidates aren’t inspiring, and voter suppression are some of the big ones.