Which situation led most directly to the passage of the 26th amendment?

Answer 1

The 26th Amendment to the Constitution lowered the age from 21 to 18. The argument that was used was "If an 18 year old is old enough to join the military to fight for the U.S., then he/she should be allowed to vote".

Answer 2

The Vietnam War saw many draftees that were unable to vote based on their age. Many jurisdictions had the cutoff at age 21, but you could be drafted at age 18. The twenty sixth amendment was the response to this.

Answer 3

The 26th Amendment to the US Constitution was written by Jennings Randolph. The ratification date of the amendment was July 1, 1971.

Answer 4

The 26th Amendment of the US Constitution was added to allow people aged 18 to vote. Prior to the amendment a US citizen had to be 21 in order to vote.

Answer 5

the war in Vietnam