Freedom Dogs

This post card invite was sent to a DFLer in the Robbinsdale School District:

Note Ellison's plan to "turn out 20,000 voters." Then, read this snip from the recent Hennepin County Report from Commissioner Peter McLaughlin:

October 2008
Hennepin County endorses the "Restore Your Voice" initiative

The Hennepin County Board unanimously passed a resolution to endorse the "Restore Your Voice" initiative that I introduced on behalf of a collaborative effort by nonprofit and public-sector partners to
increase voter registration and turnout among ex-offenders who have completed their sentences.

In the state of Minnesota, individuals serving a sentence as a result of a felony conviction lose their voting rights, but regain them once their full sentence (including parole and probation) is completed.
The resolution endorsing "Restore Your Voice" acknowledges that re-enfranchisement of voting rights is an important step for ex-felons in becoming productive members of our communities and regaining a place in society.

Broad voter participation is fundamental to a strong society and Hennepin County strives to promote a welcoming environment for all eligible voters.  "Restore Your Voice" reaffirms our commitment to
assure all communities fair access in elections.

With this action, Hennepin County will evaluate ways to increase efforts to communicate with ex-felons of their voting rights and collaborate with "Restore Your Voice" partners, including 180 Degrees, the Council on Crime and Justice, Goodwill Easter Seals, ACLU-Minnesota, ACORN, Family & Children's Service and the City of Minneapolis, to increase awareness of this issue among residents.

Looks like the Robbinsdale School Board hopes this voter initiative with Ellison and Hennepin County will help pass their referendum in November. Something smells here.

If anyone in the area can attend the Ellison visit tonight, it's at School Board Chair Patsy Green's home (address shown in card photo) from 6:30 - 8:00.

(hat tip: Loyal Opposition)