This position holds that felons should never be allowed to vote. It argues that by committing serious crimes they have shown disrespect for society, that voting is a privilege rather than a right, and that they have forfeited any say in who governs the community.
Supporting arguments · 3
- Felons should not have a say in societyFelons should not be able to dictate the future of a community they have harmed.
- Voting is a privilegeThe Constitution frames voting as a privilege, not a right. By breaking the law, felons have proven that they do not deserve this privilege.
- Felons have not proven that they should be allowed to voteBy breaking the law, felons have proven that they should not have the right to vote. Felons should be required to exhibit good moral character before regaining their voting rights.