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Proposed class action alleges Quebec and Canada are denying prisoners the right to vote (theijf.org)
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[+] -8 points 1 month ago (3 children)

Why? Out of jail sure in jail why do they?

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  • [–] 11 points 1 month ago

    If you don't allow Prisoners to vote, then there is incentive by a party to arrest the opposition forces, thereby reducing votes against them.

    Its why arresting peaceful protestors and charging them is alarming.

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