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To: RON BL who wrote (68002)	11/10/2000 8:47:59 AM
From: Mr. Palau	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 769667

I have no problem with a rule that says that folks convicted of a crime and serving time in jail forfeit the right to vote. But a lot of people in county jails have not yet been convicted; they have been charged, cannot make bail, and are awaiting trial. Folks are still presumed innocent until convicted, and that the fact that cannot make bail shouldnt deprive them of the right to vote. I imagine that Michael Milken voted after being charged for felonies, but before his conviction.

To: RON BL who wrote (68002)	11/10/2000 8:51:42 AM
From: TideGlider	Respond to of 769667

I agree. People in jail are enemies of society. Should any allow the prison population to select gang members as representatives? I don't think so. I am wondering how many helpful aids filled out absentee ballots for those in comas or suffering from serious conditions that would not allow there actual participation. I mean totally, mentally without awareness or able to determine what the aid was actually writing. I bet the rest homes and institutions were filled with helpful people. TG