Cynthetiq

There is no disconnect in my logic.

It is my opinion an appropriate punishment based on the growth and direction that the country took from it's beginnings. Remember there were times before that said non land owners, women, and blacks, had no right to vote. Those were changed.

If it's not clear to you: the law is appropriate because I feel that the consequence is not unreasonable. Because I find it a reasonable consequence I find the law appropriate. If there is another way that is EQUALLY compelling and preventative measure for consequence I'd probably be all for it too. I'd be interested in hearing alternatives, but to just speculate that it's problematic without solution to me leaves me thinking that there are other things to be more concerned about.

Losing your left leg is unreasonable, which is why we don't do an eye for an eye in the US.

People who cannot vote directly can still influence other voters, and the candidates themselves (ex. the whole illegal immigration benefits currently playing out)

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