As we look ahead to the 2024 election, many are aware that the outcome will be determined by who votes, but what isn’t talked about is the impact nonvoters will have as well. This group, consisting of roughly 50 percent of all eligible voters, will have a significant influence on the future, whether they intend to or not. The figures can tell us a startling story: if the nonvoters have even the slightest leaning toward either major party, the outcome of the election could be swayed in a particular direction.
Many discussions of the nonvoter population are focused around why people choose not to vote. After some research, one can surmise that many feel disillusioned with the current political system. Some may feel unheard or underrepresented, so they perhaps avoid taking part in elections. Others, especially young people, may simply lack knowledge or interest in politics.
Whatever the actual reasons are, the nonvoters will still be instrumental in shaping the future. Research indicates that those who choose to abstain are likely to sway the outcome of an election due to their concentrated numbers. It also stands to reason that if one overlooks fifty percent of society and fails to address their needs, their shared opinion on social, economic, and political issues will become all the more visible when it’s election time.
This is why it is so important for the government of 2024 to reach out to all people, including those who do not vote. They must be approached with an attentive ear and genuine concern so that their individual voices can be heard and their needs can be addressed. Furthermore, efforts must be focused on educating the public on political issues as well as creating a strong and secure vote system so that all are able to participate in elections with greater confidence.
The 2024 election will undoubtedly be shaped by the voters, but we must not overlook the impact of the nonvoters. As we move further into the future, it is important to properly engage the fifty percent of people who choose not to participate in elections. If our government instead turns a blind eye to this group, they may be the ones unwittingly dictating the outcome of the election, and we should all be worried about the results that could come from that.
