The right of citizens to vote refers to the fundamental democratic principle that grants eligible individuals the ability to participate in choosing their government representatives and leaders.
Related terms
Suffrage: The term suffrage specifically refers to the right to vote in political elections.
Universal Suffrage: Universal suffrage means that all eligible citizens, regardless of race, gender, or other factors, have the right to vote.
19th Amendment: The 19th Amendment is an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that granted women the right to vote.