Kentucky Gov. Plans To Restore Voting Rights To Some Felons

The transcript discusses the restoration of voting rights to over 100,000 people with felony convictions in Kentucky. Governor Beshear's executive order aims to reinstate a previous order by his father, Steve Beshear, which was suspended by Matt Bevin. The order originally applied to non-violent offenders who had completed their sentences. Kentucky and Iowa are the only states that do not allow some felons to vote, with approximately 312,000 disenfranchised individuals in Kentucky, equating to 1 in 11 residents.

What is the main goal of the initiative discussed in the first section?

• To increase voter turnout in urban areas

• To implement electronic voting systems

• To restore voting rights to individuals with felony convictions

• To change the voting age to 16

Which former governor's order is being referenced in the second section?

• Matt Bevin

• Andy Beshear

• Steve Beshear

• John Y. Brown Jr.

What was a requirement for non-violent offenders to have their voting rights restored under Steve Beshear's order?

• They must have completed community service

• They must have paid all restitution

• They must have registered for the next election

• They must have attended a rehabilitation program

As of the current status, which two states do not allow any convicted felons to vote?

• Kentucky and Iowa

• Florida and Texas

• Kentucky and Texas

• Iowa and Florida

According to the report, what fraction of Kentucky residents are disenfranchised due to felony convictions?

• 1 out of every 15 residents

• 1 out of every 11 residents

• 1 out of every 8 residents

• 1 out of every 5 residents