Here are some of the first images and quotes from today's Voting Rights day in Frankfort.

We had 250-300 people throughout 6 1/2 hours of citizen lobbying and rallying for HB 70, our bill to restore voting rights to most former felons once they have served their debt to society. 

We had some exceptionally good in-person meetings with key senators and a lot of other good outcomes.  

"I think it's a very serious issue.  It deals with the judiciary system.  Some people get caught up in the system. Some folks don't know their rights.  Some folks mistakenly take plea agreements.  They don't know their rights.  This is not rocket science.  It is simple.  Where's the forgiveness at?" - Christopher Price, Lexington, first time lobbyist

"Why are you trying to collect interest on a debt I already paid?" Kristie Kendall, Former Felon, Floyd County.

"People are afraid to speak up.  They're intimidated by legislators.  But we have a right to be here and a right to speak.  They're humans just like us."  - Rosa Jackson, Former Felon, Lexington, first time lobbyist

"I'm here to tell you right now, this is not a black or white issue. It's not a Democrat or Republican issue. It is a human rights issue." - Tayna Fogle, Former Felon, Lexington

"I like being able to be heard.  We work with communities that struggle with this issue.  People turn their lives around and this remains an obstacle.  It needs to change." - Marc Cortino, UofL Kent School, first time lobbyist

Expect a more complete report in the coming days. 

Thanks to everyone who came out to make the day a success!