Controversy over Nursing Home Residents' Voting Rights in Wisconsin
Republican Eric Hovde, endorsed by Donald Trump, suggested that nursing home residents are too old to vote, despite data showing the average age of nursing home residents in the US is 81. Hovde also criticized the 2020 election process in Wisconsin.
Key Points
- Eric Hovde suggested that nursing home residents are too old to vote, despite the average age of US nursing home residents being 81.
- Claims of widespread voter fraud in nursing homes during the 2020 election in Wisconsin have been disputed by election officials.
- Both Donald Trump and Joe Biden have faced questions regarding their age and cognitive abilities.
Pros
- Highlighting the importance of protecting the voting rights of all citizens, regardless of age or location.
Cons
- Spreading misinformation about the voting process in nursing homes.
- Potentially disenfranchising a vulnerable population.