The issue of disenfranchisement, particularly regarding nursing home residents, is a complex and sensitive one.
… Or is it?
Eric Hovde, a MAGA Wisconsin U.S. Senate candidate, recently raised significant ethical and legal questions about the right of nursing home residents to vote.
Shocking!
“Well, if you’re in a nursing home, you only have a five, six-month life expectancy. Almost nobody in a nursing home is in a point to vote,” said Hovde via the Guy Benson Show.
Yes, he’s referring to honest, law-abiding American citizens, some of whom are military veterans, who have worked hard and paid taxes for 30, 40, 50, or 60 years.
And who knows where he got that irrelevant life expectancy stat from?
NEW AUDIO: Wisconsin GOP Senate candidate Eric Hovde casts doubt on nursing home residents being able to vote:
— Heartland Signal (@HeartlandSignal) April 8, 2024
"Well, if you're in a nursing home, you only have a five, six-month life expectancy. Almost nobody in a nursing home is in a point to vote." pic.twitter.com/i1YIgxxv4K
It’s crucial to recognize that the right to vote is fundamental in a democracy and should not be arbitrarily restricted based on assumptions about an individual’s capacity or life expectancy.
Keyword: Assumptions
Moreover, assessing competency is indeed a delicate matter. While there may be concerns about potential manipulation or coercion in certain cases, these should be addressed through appropriate legal channels rather than blanket restrictions on certain demographics of voters.
Furthermore, any allegations of irregularities in voting practices, such as the reported 100% turnout in some nursing homes, should be thoroughly investigated to ensure the integrity of the electoral process.
However, such investigations should not be used as justification for disenfranchising entire groups of voters based on unfounded assumptions or biases.
Ultimately, safeguarding the right to vote for all citizens, regardless of their age or health status, is essential for upholding the principles of democracy and ensuring that every voice is heard in the political process. Any attempts to restrict or undermine this right must be met with scrutiny and resistance to protect the integrity of our democratic institutions.
Eric Hovde is looking to unseat Democrat U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin.
