An important conclusion is that allowing all citizens – irrespective of their status – to vote would give them a voice in the context of governance. This notion is also associated with distributive justice, a philosophical concept that concentrates on just outcomes and consequences.
The authors connect political participation directly to legitimacy, emphasizing that excluding groups like felons, the homeless, and immigrants creates inequality and weakens representation. This frames disenfranchisement not just as a legal issue, but as a moral and ethical problem.