Felon Voting articles on Democracy Chronicles

Felony disenfranchisement, determined separately by each state, is the practice of prohibiting people from voting based on the fact that they have been convicted of a criminal offence. Felon voting rights remain a controversial reform among many. Also see our section on American democracy and our Voter Access articles.

VIDEO: In Florida, Amendment 4 Restores More Than A Right To Vote

By DC Editors - November 13, 2018 Leave a Comment

The long racist history of the abuse of felon disenfranchisement in the state of Florida was finally ended by popular referendum.

Al Sharpton’s Brother Leading Felon Voting Rights Crusade

By DC Editors - November 5, 2018 Leave a Comment

As more states adopt laws that could restrict turnout, Kenneth Glasgow and his allies are pushing to extend the vote to millions of ex-felons.

Democracy Is Gradually Moving Into The Ballots

By DC Editors - November 2, 2018 Leave a Comment

The 2018 midterm is facing voter suppression issues. A key concern is felon voting. However, legislation may become felon-voting friendly this time around.

Just Moved? Lost Your ID? The Affidavit Ballot Is Your Friend

By David Anderson, J.D. - October 30, 2018 Leave a Comment

Untold Americans have actually died for this vital right of ours. To not exercise it disrespects their memory and sacrifice, and to not try to vote when emergency ballots are available is a cop out.

Millions of Ex-Convicts Struggle to Regain Their Right to Vote

By DC Editors - October 29, 2018 Leave a Comment

Research group found that 1 in 40 adult Americans accounting for 2.5 percent of the voting age population are impacted by felon disenfranchisement.

VIDEO: Why Florida’s Ex-Felons Should Be Able To Vote

By DC Editors - October 12, 2018 Leave a Comment

The disenfranchisement of felons has silenced the voices of such a huge number of citizens that it impacts the balance of power in Florida and beyond.