What is a better law, driving tests after 65; lower voting age from 18 to 16; or abolish the canadian senate?

Which law would you rather see be put into effect.. In Ontario, the voting age is 18, so 16 is 2 years lowered, and mandatory driving tests after 80; down to 65.. 3rd choice- Canadian senators are appointed by prime minister not voted, so this should be abolished. Does not reflect opinion of country. What do you think?

I'm American. So can only give you perspective from USA. Up until early 1900's, our Senators were chosen by each states state legislature, not voted on by the citizens. The concept was, the U.S. Senate represents the states, the House of Representatives represent the people. It was changed by constitutional amendment, so now they are elected by states general population.

It was good because it gave the states representation in Washington. Bad because of corruption like selling and buying Senate seats was easier. I'm not sure by the PM appointing Senators, who exactly they are suppose to be representing. I would think the provinces should select them.

As for voting age and driving tests. Here in America 16-17 year olds can't vote. As a group they have no lobbying in Congress. Therefore Congress is under no political pressure to lower the age. In fact, it is in the best interest of those age groups that can vote, to prevent it. The less competition, the more voice you have.

AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) is the largest lobby in Washington. The 50 and older age group is the largest voting block. Any attempt to restrict or impose mandatory driving laws, would be political suicide.

I would imagine things are similar in Canada. Not saying I agree, or it or you are right or wrong. And I know people, especially young don't like hearing it, but those are just the facts and how things really work.

I think that younger people are beginning to have more of an opinion now, so I believe that considering it's not compulsory the minimum age for voting could be lowered to 16.

Yes, older people more often than not, from my experience, always think they're right. My Grandmother reversed into a car and denied it all the way to the shops until i showed her the RED paint on the back of her SILVER car. Ugh. So yes, Driving tests for 65+ year olds.

And if Canadian senators are appointed without a public vote, then I think that should be changed. People have a right to vote for who they want to vote for. Not just be told that this is the way things are going to be.

I was a little confused about all this, so I hope I've answered correctly.