New Study Finds Millions Of Felons Unable To Vote

New Study Finds Millions Of Felons Unable To Vote

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The video discusses the impact of felony convictions on voting rights, highlighting that over 5 million people were unable to vote in the 2020 election due to such convictions. It notes that 75% of these individuals are living in the community. The video also explains how voting rights for felons vary by state, with some states allowing indefinite loss of voting rights unless specific actions are taken, while others like Maine, Vermont, and DC never revoke these rights.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people were unable to vote in the 2020 election due to felony convictions?

Over 1 million

Over 3 million

Over 5 million

Over 7 million

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of those affected by felony voting restrictions are living in the community?

50%

60%

75%

80%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In how many states can felons lose their voting rights indefinitely?

11 states

15 states

5 states

8 states

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action can restore voting rights for felons in some states?

A governor's pardon

A federal mandate

A court order

A public petition

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which states allow felons to retain their voting rights without restrictions?

California and New York

Texas and Florida

Maine and Vermont

Ohio and Illinois