voting rights
[/ˈvoʊtɪŋ raɪts/]
noun
direitos de voto
1. The legal right and ability of a citizen to vote in political elections and referendums
The 19th Amendment granted voting rights to women in the United States.
A 19ª Emenda concedeu direitos de voto às mulheres nos Estados Unidos.
2. The civil and political entitlements that protect a person's ability to participate in democratic processes
Many countries have expanded voting rights to include younger citizens.
Muitos países expandiram os direitos de voto para incluir cidadãos mais jovens.
3. In corporate contexts, the rights of shareholders to vote on company matters and board elections
Shareholders exercise their voting rights at the annual meeting.
Os acionistas exercem seus direitos de voto na assembleia anual.
Voting rights represent a fundamental pillar of democracy in both the USA and Brazil. In the USA, the expansion of voting rights (from property-owning white men to include women, African Americans, and younger citizens) is a central theme in American history. In Brazil, voting is mandatory for citizens aged 18-70, making voting rights more of a civic duty. The fight for voting rights continues in both countries, particularly regarding voter access and electoral integrity.
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