It's not widely known, but in many states people with disabilities can be stripped of their right to vote.  For adults with a developmental disability or mental illness, a guardian may be chosen to assist with management of their loved one’s finances and health care decisions. Judges are also empowered to make decisions regarding voter participation competency during these guardianship proceedings.  During this process in many states the person's right to vote can be taken away.  This opinion blog explains why many people feel that the law needs to be changed.  Many people feel that everybody should have the right to vote.

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