Felon Irony: When You Can't Vote But You Could Win
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The emergence of Trump's "mugshot" on August 24, 2023, failed to capture the interest of young liberal voters, who doubted its impact on his loyal base would shift focus away from their MAGA hero. At the time, major news networks featured it prominently, turning it into a popular topic for late-night syndicated shows. CNN and similar outlets raised a crucial question: "Would Americans back a presidential candidate facing potential felony charges?" White House correspondents and Republican and Democratic strategists intensely debated how Trump's controversial past would affect his potential 2024 bid. Amidst the media frenzy and political discourse, we delayed asking whether a convicted felon can run for president. With that question now answered, a new one emerges: What does this mean for the 19 million disenfranchised Americans with criminal backgrounds? As the Republican National Convention inaugurates, Trump has officially clinched the nomination, and there is no going back.
From his controversial 2005 remarks on grabbing women to his bold 2016 statements about being able to shoot someone on 6th Avenue, and now a failed assassination attempt, Trump's steadfast followers have shown unwavering support, even in the face of 34 felony counts related to business record manipulation involving Stormy Daniels. Following the verdict, Trump issued a defiant message, stating that the real judgment lies with the people on November 5th, a statement not devoid of truth. Within a day of the ruling, he amassed nearly $50 million in donations, demonstrating his resilience in the face of ongoing legal challenges. Most recently, Trump has won another legal battle regarding mishandled documents...