What prisoners want voters to remember – Carswellfamilyfoundation

Most people in prison cannot vote. That’s what they want you to think about when you vote.

When the Board of Elections begins counting votes tomorrow evening, there won’t be many inmate ballots among the total. But while most prisoners are not allowed to vote, our survey results published last week show that they still want candidates to hear their concerns.

The Appeal partnered with two incarcerated journalists, Quaneta Harris and Christopher Blackwell, to examine a small sample of the major election issues of their fellow inmates at the Lane Murray Unit in Texas and the Washington Correctional Center in Washington. Our down payment focuses on what incarcerated citizens want candidates to know. Today we are releasing the remaining survey responses that answer the question: “What do you hope voters outside of prison remember or care about when they vote?”

Their responses reflect the diverse and varied perspectives of the prisoners who took our survey. Politics can be just as polarizing a topic inside prison as outside it. “We are not a monolith. We are not some kind of voting bloc on one issue,” Harris said.

Please read Part 1 of this survey here.: What inmates want candidates to know

However, all respondents had suggestions for voters that they might consider on Election Day. Without being able to vote themselves, they still want to make their voices heard at the ballot box.

“Like people in society, prisoners have a desire to participate in our elections. We have thoughts and views that are debated within us as we envision a society where our communities are safe, taxes are fair, resources are provided, and the justice system heals rather than causes further harm,” Blackwell said.

What would you like voters outside of prison to remember or care about when they vote?

I want them to think How is this man going to represent our country? and what will be the opinion of other countries about us. Do they consider us leaders?

– Amber M

I would really like people to be mindful of the “communities” that have the fewest resources left, and consider candidates who not only understand “their” problems, but are also open to possible solutions that could help. eradicate problems that have existed for decades.

– Antoine D.

Don’t just vote to get a sticker. But realize the consequences Who you put in office will impact future generations.

– Chacey P.

Prices feed your family.

– Krista M

Voting protocols of incumbents. Hold them accountable for bad things.-confessional negotiations on issues.

– Christopher S.

Keep in mind that voting affects others as well as you. Think about what’s good for everyone generally.

Who is best for the future of all children, not just your own? Ask yourself This is the type of person I want my kids to look up to.?

– Darihana D.

Keeping our communities safe is most important and to do this we must police fund. Talking about cutting funding for the people who protect us makes no sense to me.

– Dennis R.

I want them to think about how prisoners are people. And they deserve a second chance.

– Imran V.

I wish people would remember this people in prison are still people. As you cast your vote, remember that whoever you choose represents your values. If the candidate you choose doesn’t want to treat people well, no matter where or who they are, then that’s your choice. Moreover, I want voters to remember their problems and how they treat prisoners, not how different we are.

– John K.

These candidates unite all people or are they just playing at their base?

– Joseph M.

What the problems facing the poor and the working class are the sameno matter your race, political affiliation, or what part of the country you live in.

– Kevin L.

Which candidate will help the poorest people?? It’s not always about helping the middle class, but about helping some people get into the middle class.

– Kimberly W.

You vote for people who can’t: children and prisoners. Ask if the person you are voting for is the best choice for everyone? How do they understand your difficulties?

– Marissa P.

Whoever they vote for, ask yourself: Are they going to fulfill their campaign promises?

– Mary S.

How can we fix homeless crisis targeting our communities?

– Michael L.

To achieve social progress, healing and growth, we must have safety and economic security to achieve them.

– Raymond V.

That people are suffering! People’s humanity is suppressed, destroyed, and NOT accepted or brought to the fore! Remember the forgotten and outcasts!

– Redhawk M

Remember poor people who are now struggling to support their family, especially with inflation. The cost of products is ridiculous.

– Samantha V.

What Donald Trump is Christian.

– Shawandassy B.