In American political history, various movements have advocated for increasing civic engagement among citizens. Some argue that mandatory voting could significantly enhance democratic participation and representation, while others contend that it could infringe upon personal freedoms and may not lead to informed voting outcomes.

Take a position on whether the implementation of mandatory voting in the United States would improve or undermine democracy. In your response, be sure to develop a clear thesis and support your argument with relevant evidence and examples. Remember to consider counterarguments in your analysis.