Indeed.
I think that if you take public assistance you lose your vote-—conflict of interest and all that. . .besides, if you say in effect, I am no longer able to care/take care of myself or family and I rely on the government to pay my bills and give me money, you are acting like a minor . . .therefore, as a minor you can’t vote.
I agree, but would expand it to include politicians and government employees. they should not be able to vote in elections as it is a conflict of interest.