The point is that it's too easy for a malicious actor to utilize this kind of thing to keep the "wrong" people from participating in politics. I am sure the OP

The point is that it's too easy for a malicious actor to utilize this kind of thing to keep the "wrong" people from participating in politics. I am sure the OP's suggestion was in good faith, just that they weren't aware of some of the history and potential repercussions.