# Second Chances

**URL:** <https://www.libertarianism.org/podcasts/the-pursuit/second-chances>

**By** Natalie Dowzicky

**Published:** November 5, 2019

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Participating in elections is just one way for former felons to actively engage with the community around them.

Prior to November 2018, felons in Florida were barred from the voting booth for life. That meant that about 10% of the voting age population in the state was disenfranchised for having a felony conviction. When someone owes a debt to society, how should we determine when it's paid in full?

## Mentions:

Throughout this episode Natalie Dowzicky talked with; Julie Ebenstein, Neil Volz, Lance Wissinger, and Ashley Thomas

Image Credit: [New York Post](https://nypost.com/2018/11/06/voting-rights-restored-for-nearly-1-5m-felons-in-florida/)

Music by Cellophane Sam