A foreigner is defined a person who is not a citizen of the United States. Federal law has prohibited noncitizens from voting in federal election since the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act was passed in 1996. Punishment includes fines, imprisonment, inadmissibility, and deportation. Exempt from punishment is any noncitizen who, at the time of voting, had two natural or adoptive U.S. citizen parents, who began permanently living in the United States before turning 16 years old, and who reasonably believed that they were a citizen of the United States. Federal law…
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@ISIDEWITH8yrs8Y
No
@9GYLMYJ 2yrs2Y
Top Agreement
As citizens, only citizens of America, should be able to vote on what america chooses to do with american business.
@9GYN4CQ2yrs2Y
If they go through the process and claim official American Citizenship then they should have the right to vote.
@9GYP3GQ2yrs2Y
However, foreigners' ability to vote allows for diversity in ideas and allows for support in the development of new American residents, which can help the American economy since foreigners statistically do the more challenging jobs in the US.
Foreigners should be able to vote because you can be considered a citizen after living a certain amount of years in America. So Foreigners don't necessarily mean random people from around the world who know nothing about U.S. Also, a variety of different people will help bring different perspectives and different examples to go by.
@9GT2LD42yrs2Y
Any one who is not a citizen should not have the right to vote. If someone has been living in the country for 10 years or more and has chosen not to become a citizen has also chosen not to have the right to vote. No other country in the world allows non-citizens to vote.
@9FV8Y2Q2yrs2Y
No, foreigners should not be accessed the right to vote anytime. They aren't American citizens so they can't make decisions for our country.
@9GDVZSC2yrs2Y
Voting is a right that comes with citizenship in the United States. It has been a hard-fought right for many groups and cannot be taken for granted. Foreigners for the most part already have the right to vote in their country of origin. If foreigners would like to vote in the United States they can apply to become naturalized citizens.
@ISIDEWITH8yrs8Y
Yes
@9GYLMYJ 2yrs2Y
If you are not a citizen then why do you get the same rights, that would be like if we went over to a club we are not involved in and started trying to tell them what to do.
@9GYM2LF2yrs2Y
You follow the laws of the country you are currently in, therefore you have the same rights, citizen or not.
Foreigners should have the same rights as citizens because this situation is not as simple as going over to a club and changing things. They are living in the U.S. territory and know the situation, and have a understanding of what's happening. then they should be able to talk on it and vote on it. Because who ever gets voted and whatever rules get passed affect them no matter what.
@9GYMV9S2yrs2Y
I agree with this to the fullest extent. if you don't have papers to be in this country then you don't belong here. plain and simple
@9FCFS7WRepublican2yrs2Y
They are not citizens they have no right to choose our government or make decisions about our country.
@9F8YB4S2yrs2Y
if they are not citizens of the united states, they should not be able to exercise the rights that are unique to citizens
@9FBR9FF2yrs2Y
Why would a non-citizen be able to decide what goes on in a country that they aren't even supposed to be in, since they didn't come the legal way.
@ISIDEWITH8yrs8Y
No, only legal citizens should be allowed to vote
@jsimicConstitution2yrs2Y
Top Agreement
American issues and American policies should be determined by American citizens.
American citizens should not vote in Mexico, UK, or Canada.
Canadians, British, and Mexican citizens should not vote in the USA.
@MonkeyDanGreen2yrs2Y
Your point is valid, and it's true that in most countries, only citizens have the right to vote. However, some countries, such as New Zealand and Uruguay, do allow non-citizens who are permanent residents to vote. These countries believe that those who contribute to society, pay taxes, and are affected by the decisions of the government should have a say in who governs them. Do you think there could be a middle ground, perhaps granting voting rights to foreigners after they've lived and contributed to the society for a certain number of years?
@9FBR9FF2yrs2Y
They are "illegal" immigrants as in the broke the law, these individuals are not even able to be fully booked into our system.
@9FBG2WW2yrs2Y
If too many foreigners get turned into voters for their chosen party, then there will be no secure border, which means a massive rise in drugs, human trafficking, and taxes, and would lead to the downfall of America. Voting is for Americans and legal citizens of America only.
@9FRY3L22yrs2Y
If someone goes through the process to become a legal citizen, they are likely to be someone who actually wants to live there, as opposed to someone who only wishes to influence an election and leave.
@ISIDEWITH8yrs8Y
Yes, anyone who pays taxes should have the right to vote
@9FQLH8PRepublican 2yrs2Y
Paying tax shouldn't be the only requirement for vote. Foreigners pay tax so they can receive government services such as child education, etc. But if they are not U.S. citizens, they should not be allowed to vote.
@9FRMMLCIndependent2yrs2Y
If they are LEGAL US citizens, then yes, they should have the right to vote. If they are not a citizen, then absolutely not.
@9FS5W8C2yrs2Y
The right to vote is reserved for US citizens and if a foreigner is not taking the steps to become a citizen, then why should they be allowed to pick our leaders/ representatives.
@9FQFVRMIndependent2yrs2Y
Only citizens should have the right to vote; taxes are like the rent people pay to stay in the country such and keep all of the things that make our country so great running. If they have a visa or are in a path to citizenship, with ID and documentation, I think they could vote in local elections.
@ISIDEWITH8yrs8Y
Yes, but only after living in the country for 5 years
@9FR43FGIndependent2yrs2Y
Living here for five years does not make them a legal citizen, which means under our constitution they are not qualified to vote. If they are a legalized citizen, then yes.
@9FL6LP3Women’s Equality2yrs2Y
No, because that can be forged. Even living in the country for 5 years does little to show their commitment to the American culture and country.
@9XTH37R8mos8MO
@9FPKC9J2yrs2Y
No they foreigners residing in the United States for 5 years should only be given the right to vote if they have become a U.S citizen.
@9GNPP7S2yrs2Y
i think that 5 years is not enough time and that we should make them stay longer becuse they need to know a lot about the current and past governement to have an educated vote on todays politics
@ISIDEWITH8yrs8Y
Yes, but only after living in the country for 10 years
@9G9Z3VP 2yrs2Y
Top Disagreement
Foreigners should not have the right to vote in US elections. They must have US citizenship. They are welcome to live here, but if they want a say in how things are run, they must commit to our country by having citizenship. Not having US citizenship will create a conflict of interest when voting.
@9FLX9TQ2yrs2Y
No one should be allowled to vote unless they are a US citizen, it should not be changed or allowled to those whoa are living in this country that are not citizens.
@9GT6SVW2yrs2Y
I think that Foreigners should go through naturalization and/or becoming a citizen before voting since they are still not a citizen of the US. Non citizens of the US should not contribute to our election if they are inside or outside of the US.
@9GT2LD42yrs2Y
Any one who is not a citizen should not have the right to vote. If someone has been living in the country for 10 years or more and has chosen not to become a citizen has also chosen not to have the right to vote. No other country in the world allows non-citizens to vote.
@ISIDEWITH8yrs8Y
Yes, but they should only be allowed to vote in local elections
@9GZ5P8Z2yrs2Y
If they came here illegally they shouldn't be allowed to vote at all because they shouldn't be here in the first place. If they wanted to vote then they should have come here legally. If they couldn't get here legally then they shouldn't be here.
@9FM38FM2yrs2Y
In some local elections that help the community based on that induvial then yes. If it doesnt have to do with actually changing laws (government).
@ISIDEWITH8yrs8Y
Yes, but they should not be allowed to vote in local elections
@9GGQJ6DRepublican 2yrs2Y
Top Disagreement
The right to vote is only granted to American citizens. The right to vote has only been granted to citizens by the Constitution.
@9GHMT9Y2yrs2Y
If they are not citizens of the United States they should not have a say on who is going into office
@9GK28G3CA Common Sense2yrs2Y
Foreigners are not americans. There should be no place in America where they have a say in how americans live
@Name-IrrelevantConstitution 2yrs2Y
Agreed. What other country on the planet would allow a U.S. citizen to enter their country and choose their leaders for them? Self-determination is exactly that: SELF-determination. Not other-determination.
@9FBCL6R2yrs2Y
its like you visiting someone scountry and wanting to change things about it its not right its like you just got here and want to chnage stuff in our country when there views could be very bad for our country only american citizens should be able to vote
@92GX9393yrs3Y
Yes, if they gain citizenship
@TheHillbillyLordRepublican2mos2MO
The question is asking about if they don't have citizenship.
@9MMRBXSRepublican1yr1Y
Absolutely not. That is the worst idea. Obviously they will vote for anything to do with dealing with border opening and that will make America a very unsafe country. That would open the doors to so many terrorist. They would also vote for anything to do with getting money from the government since there not from here there not going to care about what happens with the economy here.
@9WX25ZD 8mos8MO
I couldn’t agree with you more. Amen to that!
@9TNZW7210mos10MO
For many people this topic is race dependent on peoples answers. It simply isn't though.
It's as easy as this. If you are a legal citizen of the Unites States - whether you are White, Black, Asian, Mexican, Hmong, ETC - you should be eligible to vote.
But if you are illegal - whether you are White, Black, Asian, Mexican, Hmong, ETC - you should not be able to vote.
@9WX25ZD 8mos8MO
this is the best answer. I’ve read so far. I agree 1000%.
@9DBJLCG2yrs2Y
If you pay taxes, you should have the right to vote
@TheHillbillyLordRepublican2mos2MO
So jobless citizens in America should not be able to vote then right?
That's a unique perspective and it makes sense. For instance, international students, who are considered non-resident aliens, pay taxes on any income they earn in the U.S. Should this contribution to the economy then entitle them to a say in political matters? It's something to ponder. How do we balance this alongside the traditional requirements for voting rights, such as citizenship?
@ISIDEWITH8yrs8Y
Yes, but only if they are European Union citizens
@9FQWMZG2yrs2Y
Foreigners should not have the right to vote in our country. Only legal citizens should be able to decide what happens in their country.
@9FLT75G2yrs2Y
I think i clicked the wrong button but i disgaree, forgeiners should not vote unless the are full US citizens.
@9KNB4MDConstitution 1yr1Y
No foreigner should have the right to vote in any US election both federal and at the state level. Unless, they have legally gone through all steps necessary (and pass) to be a documented citizen of the United States.
@9GPP4SDIndependent2yrs2Y
European citizens don't necessarily have US citizen best interest in mind and may not fully comprehend the cultural climate and life of US citizens to make votes that are fitting for the US.
@8CT22VJ5yrs5Y
@9D6QJCZ2yrs2Y
As long as they plan to stay in the country. Obviously you can go on vacation out of the country for some time, however if you are gonna vote and leave the country, it's a waste
@R3volutionPorpoise2yrs2Y
How would you suggest we verify a foreign resident's intention to stay in the country long-term before granting them the right to vote?
@9D6DY3SRepublican2yrs2Y
I feel like someone who has gone through the legal process of getting a green card and whose is a legal immigrant should and pays taxes should have the legal right to vote.
That's an interesting point, but consider this counter perspective: voting is a fundamental aspect of citizenship and national identity. It's not just about tax contribution, but about understanding the political, cultural, and social fabric of the country. For instance, in countries like Germany and Italy, voting rights are strictly reserved for citizens, reflecting the idea that those who decide the fate of the country should be the ones who hold its citizenship.
@9QWF89Z12mos12MO
Even those in Kenya who aren’t one bit American and have never been to America and have no American family deserve the right to vote in our elections. And foreigners in the United States get this right too.
@9WX25ZD 8mos8MO
How do you figure? You’re saying people from Africa or some other continents that have never visited America and have no basis to vote should have the right to? That’s **** ing ridiculous. So everybody from the Middle East that hates America should have the right to vote here as well? Give me a break.
@9DN7ML72yrs2Y
Yes as long as they become legal citizens
@9QSKBZC12mos12MO
Everyone everywhere should be able to give their opinion on the US election, even if you live in Kenya or France or Pakistan and you have no family who is an American citizen, and you yourself are not an American citizen or have ever lived in the US. And foreigners in the US should be able to do so as well.
@9WX25ZD 8mos8MO
Where the heck is your logic on this?
That’s the most terrible idea I’ve ever heard. I wanna know why you feel this way. I’m just curious so that I can try to wrap my head around you were thinking. I’m really not trying to give you a hard time, but I would love it if you replied to me. Different opinions for mine fascinate me and I think I could educate me.
@9G47LPT2yrs2Y
Only after passing a test of political history and records of the United States same as the rest of citizens who vote in the USA
@VulcanMan62yrs2Y
I hate to break it to you, but the average US citizen absolutely does not know anything about US history or politics. In fact, studies have shown that only around 27% of Americans show even basic understanding of US history, and only around 40% could even pass a citizenship exam. Immigrants are the least of our problems on that front...
@8S2YPMK4yrs4Y
Yes, but they must be a legal citizen
@8DY7PYV5yrs5Y
After becoming a citizen, yes
@B2NXZ6NIndependent5mos5MO
Yes, but for the first 5 years living in the country, they should only be allowed to vote locally. After said 5 years, they can vote freely
@9F94X282yrs2Y
@9GMN3RZ2yrs2Y
No, they are not US citizens, and therefore do not have constitutional rights, including the right to vote.
@9MNBYLYConstitution1yr1Y
yes, but only if they have been living in the country for a minimum of 10 years, and if they pay taxes
@95SGYFG3yrs3Y
No, and deport all foreigners.
@8WSVNSK4yrs4Y
Yes but only after living in the us for 3 years
@9WG725X 8mos8MO
Yes! There are people who have only lived in the U.S for less than 2 months who know more about this Country than people who are born here. Not every citizen has the intellectual capacity to vote.
@9WG9XZ98mos8MO
they should be allowed to vote in local elections at first and the scope of their vote expands the more time they spend in the country. By 5 years, they can vote for state elections and by 10 years, they can vote for presidential elections.
@9WG97FVLibertarian8mos8MO
People on work visas should be able to vote in elections since the status of their employment could be left to the will of politicians.
@9WFRLD98mos8MO
If they are counted as part of a census and consider themselves as Americans, even without citizenship, they should have the right to an equal vote like every other 18+ resident in America.
@9WCCTRR8mos8MO
Those that have become a LEGAL citizen of the US should be allowed to vote. Absolutly no foreign immigrants that have not got their citizenship.
@9WBZTZ78mos8MO
I think they should be allowed to vote if they have demonstrated some form of civic virtue, and clearly understand who or what they are voting for.
@9W9SKTX9mos9MO
Yes. But you should be required to live in the United States for at least 2 years. And you have to eat a burger at least once. If your religion states that eating pork is bad or something like that, you could eat a veggie burger instead, or do what it takes to abide by your religion, but should otherwise be required to eat at least one burger.
@9W6N32N9mos9MO
I feel like it depends because my saying yes could become abused, I feel like if they apply and get accepted as a U.S citizen they deserve every right we have, on the other hand, some people aren't able to get to that point but I feel they're voices still should matter/ count so I'm torn.
@9W5P4LK9mos9MO
Not trying to be rude, not at all. But we are told in documents we can't vote if were not citizens.
@9W53XZS9mos9MO
If you are not a citizen of the US then you should not be able to vote because you never know if a foreign person might go back to their country.
@9W45SN29mos9MO
Foreigners who wish to vote should be considered citizens of the US as well as pass a test that ensures they know what they are voting for, and how it could affect the country.
@9W3ZKPT9mos9MO
I think that if they have lived here long enough, but if they are a recent foreigner, illegal citizen, or on a work viza, than no.
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