Supreme Court Blocks Some Florida Ex-Felons From Voting

Supreme Court Blocks Some Florida Ex-Felons From Voting

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The video discusses a Supreme Court decision that upheld a Florida law requiring ex-felons to pay fines and fees before voting. This decision affects over 774,000 people who may be unable to vote unless they clear their debts. Previously, an amendment allowed most felons to vote after serving their time, but a new law added financial stipulations. The court's decision was split 5-4, with Justice Sonia Sotomayor dissenting, highlighting the impact on low-income individuals.

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What stipulation did the Republican lawmakers add to the law regarding voting rights for ex-felons?

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What was Justice Sonia Sotomayor's concern regarding the ruling on voting rights?

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