I believe its meant to get them interested in current affairs, civics, etc (at least originally).

It might be a pretty good indication of how the wind is actually blowing. Kids are probably voting according to the way their parents talk, even if their parents have to lie to keep their job.

Reading further, maybe not. Since it's one vote per device, it's going to favor the wealthier families, where everyone has their own device.

I believe its meant to get them interested in current affairs, civics, etc (at least originally).

It might be a pretty good indication of how the wind is actually blowing. Kids are probably voting according to the way their parents talk, even if their parents have to lie to keep their job.