Quote:Admittedly it is an issue that would require oversight, more details and individuals more knowledgeable then me. I argue for it on principle as a way to discourage the lazy voter (the 80% that didn't know the name of their state rep, 60% that couldn't name the three branches of government) these people are the greatest threat to our republic. Their susceptible to anything they have no knowledge or understanding of the system so they are able to participate unknowingly in destroying the system.

 

I see no problem not being able to name your state rep.  I don't even know who my state rep is.  They're not names you hear often to be honest.  After the election you only really hear from them again if they do something crazy, or when it's time for re-election.  And many of them run unopposed, so you barely hear about them then either.  If anything we should try to ensure that our citizens try to learn the branches of government, and their rights.  It's why I'm shocked many high schools don't require a class on government.  I'm glad that ours does.  

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