Willie's 1st attempt to register was rejected because Alabama's law was vague about his eligibility. Read his story: http://bit.ly/2xb8w4k pic.twitter.com/KeJO3HrCjr
In May, AL clarified law about which previous crimes disqualify citizens from voting. Willie only learned of the change when we reached out.
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More work is needed to help more people like Willie reclaim their right, since Alabama is not doing outreach or public education.
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“It was the first time I ever voted in my life. It’s a good feeling to do what everybody else gets a chance to do.”
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