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To my question as to which states allow felonies to vote?---As of 2010 I found:
(1) States where prisoner, probationers, & paroles can vote (2 states: ME, VT)
(2) States where probations & paroles can vote (13 states plus DC: DC, HI, IL, IN, MA, MI, MT, NH, ND, OH, OR, PA, RI, UT)
(3) States where only probationers can vote (5 states: CA, CO, CT, NY, SD)
(4) States where all people with felony convictions can vote upon completion of their sentence (20 states: AK, AR, GA, ID, IA, KS, LA, MD, MN, MD, NE, NJ, NM, NC, OK, SC, TX, WA, WV, WI)
(5) States where only some people with felony convictions can vote (8 states: AL, AZ, DE, FL, MS, NV, TN, WY)
(6) States where all people with felony convictions are permantly not allowed to vote (2 states: KY, VA)
In March 2010 a proposed FEDERAL bill, called the Democracy Resotoration Act (H.R. 3335) sponsored by John Conyers (D-Mich.) and many members of the Congressional Black Caucas would require ALL states to allow felons to vote in federal elections once they're released from prison. The bill notes that "state disenfranchisement laws disproportionately impact racial and ethnic minorities" and that, "given current rates of incarceration, approximately one in three of the next generation of African-American men weill be disenfranchised at some point during their lifetime."
What else can I help you with?
Why did congress require states to allow voters registration by mail?
To make it easier to register to vote.
Can an independent vote for whomever they want?
independent is a misnomer,voters not registered with a political party are UNAFFILIATED voters but yes,of course [ in a general election]
Are there any states with closed primaries where an independent can vote in the primary?
Yes, some states with closed primaries allow independents to vote in the primary elections. These states often have "open" or "semi-open" primary systems where unaffiliated voters can choose to participate in one party's primary. However, the rules vary significantly by state, so it's essential for voters to check the specific regulations in their state regarding primary voting eligibility.
Do two party systems allow for independent voters?
Yes. When you register to vote you have 3 options. Republican, Democrat, and Independent. Here in CA we also have Green Party. The only thing wrong with going Independent and Green is that you don't vote in a primary. Primary elections are only for the two major parties.
Did states's electoral voters only vote for the winner of a state's popular vote?
false
What primaries only voters who claim a specific party affiliation before election day can vote for that party's candidates?
Closed primaries only allow voters who claim a specific party affiliation before election day to vote for that party's candidates. These voters must be registered with the party in order to participate in the primary election. Independent or unaffiliated voters are generally excluded from participating in closed primaries.
Why are independent voters not allowed to vote in primary elections?
Independent voters are often not allowed to vote in primary elections because these elections are typically organized by political parties, which set their own rules regarding voter eligibility. Many parties restrict participation to their registered members to ensure that only those affiliated with the party can influence its candidate selection. This policy is intended to maintain party integrity and prevent outsiders from swaying the nomination process. However, some states have open primaries that allow independents to vote, reflecting a more inclusive approach.
Who can vote closed primary?
In a closed primary, only voters registered with a specific political party can participate in that party's primary election. Independent or unaffiliated voters are typically not allowed to vote in closed primaries.
What is an independent voter?
a voter who is not registered with a political party. Not only that but a voter that does not, again, DOES NOT, lean strongly toward one of the two parties and resemble-in all important respects-either Democrats or Republicans.And independent voter is a United States citizen registered to vote. When the United States started, all voters were independent voters. There were no organized political parties until the election of 1800. Political parties are self-created societies which seek special status for themselves the way royalty have special status in European governments and seek to destroy the independence of all voters.
No states allow who to vote?
felons
What did southern states require from African American voters?
Nothing. They didn't let them vote.
What is the meaning of voters?
One who votes; one who has a legal right to vote, or give his suffrage; an elector; a suffragist; as, an independent voter.
