I actually agree with you about the political aspect of what Crist did. It does hurt the GOP.
I have a family member who made a mortgage loan to his Mom-she was experiencing financial trouble-violated federal law...it was wrong. He paid the price-13 months in the Federal penitentiary. He had copped a plea under threat that if he did not his Mom would be prosecuted. You have no idea how tough it has been since he got out...he was hired by one guy who basically told him...try and collect the money I owe you and I’ll make sure you go back to jail...The family hired a lawyer and eventually won. With a felony conviction, it’s tough to make a living. Eventually, we pooled our resources and helped him open a heating and air conditioning business which is doing well. It was really the only option because trying to seek outside employment just didn’t work. So, I have seen the other side.
This guy did something wrong and paid his debt to society. How much longer should he pay? Most pay their entire life. This guy has lost much, but his wife stuck by him and he is able to make a living. I don’t see why he should not vote. although, I understand the political implications.
We sure make it hard for people coming out of prison to get jobs. Very counter productive and unfair. I get we’re you coming from.
I wouldn’t want to be without the right to vote. I guess I’d rather not have it though if meant 5 liberal democrats didn’t have it as well cause that would mean a net gain for my side.
Gray situation.