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[Pattern-chaser]

That's a fair point, and I agree that the vote is traditionally considered a privilege of citizenship. However, it gets tricky when temporary residents are contributing significantly; economically, socially, and even in terms of civic responsibility (like paying taxes).

Isn't it the case that they pay back the things you mention, in return for the right to residency, however temporary?

[Sushan]

That's a fair point, and I agree that the vote is traditionally considered a privilege of citizenship. However, it gets tricky when temporary residents are contributing significantly; economically, socially, and even in terms of civic responsibility (like paying taxes).

Isn't it the case that they pay back the things you mention, in return for the right to residency, however temporary?

Well, I think what we have to consider more are the results of this payback. They might be paying back for their temporary residency, but the results will be permanent or long lasting and will affect the real and long term citizens. When these temporary residents are significant in their number, as in many countries like the US, the UK, etc., the effect of their voting will be more significant.