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Originally Posted by Anikdote
Do you believe that people who are currently recieving welfare benefits, and who are also not paying any federal income tax have the right to have their voices heard in federal elections?
I think no. Voting is a privledge not a right, we have no problem taking that voting rights away from people who have been convicted of federal crimes, why not the same action for people that can't support themselves.
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Welfare is now called T.A.N.F. Temporary assistance to needy families. These recipients are raising a child or children. They need a little help. Deny them the vote? That is just silly and mean-spirited.
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On a broader note. Do you believe there should be some variety of political awareness test before voting, maybe only one question
ex. "Name the three branches of governemt."
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You might as well disenfranchise the entire population. Most people vote based on 1 min. T.V. ads