I agree that the convicted felons can't vote law is unfair. But it IS the law at this time. I don't know if it's been to the US Supreme Court or not. Maybe one of our resident legal eagles can shed some light on the subject.
Skeptic. My dear fellow. I would NEVER use one of my better efforts on you.
I save them for those who can appreciate and -more importantly- understand them.
Far from being a "sad compulsion to try to be witty", I was merely trying to make YOU feel more a part of things. Sort of a "make jokes with him so he'll feel more like one of the guys". I realize that it was probably a wasted effort but I DID promise I'd try.
I should have remembered," Never try to teach a pig to sing. It wastes your time and annoys the pig."
Oh. By the way. All things considered, you are the LAST person I would expect to hear talking about competency.

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