Free-Response Essay It has been argued that the United States should adopt some form of compulsory voting in order to increase voter turnout. Develop an
argument as to whether Congress has the power to enact a compulsory statutory voting scheme in federal (congressional or
presidential elections.

In your essay, you must:
• Articulate a defensible claim or thesis that responds to the prompt and establishes a line of reasoning.
• Use your knowledge of the First Amendment to articulate a position on whether compulsory voting would comprise compelled
speech
• Support your claim by identifying relevant provisions in the Constitution regarding Congress's power to regulate elections.
• Use reasoning to explain why your evidence supports your claim/thesis.
. Use refutation, concession, or rebuttal to respond to an opposing alternative or an opposing perspective.