Threat to recently instated Virginian felon voting rights for thousands could reset reforms
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.
The Moral Imperative to Restore Felon Voting Rights
We must restore felon voting rights in order to restore a democratic balance to the country
On the End of Virginia Felon Disenfranchisement
The impact of ending Virginia felon disenfranchisement will be a better democracy for all
Virginia Felon Voting Rights Restored For 200,000
Governor Terry McAuliffe signed an executive order allowing Virginia felon voting rights
The Very Real Barriers to Voting in This Election
Infographic lays out myriad of barriers to voting that will block thousands or more this election
Five Charts on State of Felon Voting in America
Analysis reveals the state of felon voting and the damage of mass incarceration on democracy
State by State Felon Voting Rights Analysis
A surprisingly good year of progress in state felon voting rights has enfranchised thousands
VIDEO: John Oliver Explains Voting Restrictions
Comedian explains ongoing disaster of voting restrictions on HBO’s Last Week Tonight
A Win For Maryland Felon Voting Rights
House vote should secure an override of Governor’s vote blocking Maryland felon voting rights
Jailed for the Holidays: Vets in Prison
As we enjoy our holidays, let us reflect on our incarcerated and traumatized veterans and how We the American People may better understand the burdens of combat and the moral costs of warfare.