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congress passed a federal law in 1970 that allowed 18 year olds to vote in national state and local elections. in a paragraph explain why congress created the law and two effects of the law.

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Answer:

Congress passed the law so 18 yr olds could enlist in the armed forces.

Step-by-step explanation:

In order for people to enlist they have to have the right to vote. Congress did this so they could have more people enlist in the Veitnam war.

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Step-by-step explanation:

Congress did that because when you're 18yrs of age , you are almost an adult.

1. It has helped in the election of presidential and parliamentary candidates

2. It has helped to improve marriages .

sorry if I'm wrong

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