In 2002 the federal government passed the Help America Vote Act. The law required first-time voters in Federal Elections to present a form of identification to the appropriate State or local election official before or on election day if they registered by mail. Forms of acceptable identification include a current and valid photo identification, a copy of a current utility bill, bank statements, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows the name and address of the voter. Voters who submitted any of these forms of identification during registration are exempt, as…
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@943J6V4Independent3yrs3Y
Provide free photo ID for those who are without resources to obtain one, but require proof of citizenship.
@B4XFBL52mos2MO
Yes, but make it easier to acquire one, however requiring a birth certificate or passport will indefinitely disfranchise voters
@B3P3QG24mos4MO
Yes, but provide photo ID at no cost to anyone over the age of 18 that doesn't have a driver's license or passport
@B35M8SW4mos4MO
Yes, and ensure that it accumulates to the amount of people in that specific state. This ensures election fraud
@B2Q7PDB5mos5MO
Yes, we should use our mobile phones and finger print or facial recognition to vote. Register with our social security numbers at 18
@B2MHPC85mos5MO
not just show ID but take a type of test that not only allows you to vote but goes through questions about politics and stuff so they know that you understand the system and how to respect others opinions
@9ZJVPXL8mos8MO
In most cases, yes it should be required. However specific exceptions should be made - for example the Amish do not believe in having their pictures taken - therefore the would be exempt from having to use a “photo” ID
@9ZJN98M8mos8MO
no becuase that costs money and time and sometimes poeple are on shift 24/7 just to get some food every once ina while
@9ZHCM9Z8mos8MO
Yes some form of identification should be required but those who live in smaller villages like Alaskan natives should be given some form of leniency or other way to show identification
@9X5GKMF8mos8MO
Yes, it will make sure there's not voter fraud and and it will stop irresponsible 18-25 year olds from voting
@9W3KMX49mos9MO
no, because especially for immigrants it can take a long and agonizing amount of time to get your id. the moment you become a registered US citizen, you should be able to vote
@9TTMFMD9mos9MO
Yes, and automatically register everyone to vote at 18 and when they get a different state driver's license
@9T8JQ8V10mos10MO
I believe that there should be something like a voter's card where they are tied to a program that scans the RF-ID and allows them to vote based on that ID
@9T7VF9410mos10MO
yes and no you have to think of it from both sides of the spectrum because yes it would be good but also not at the same time
@9SR8XFW10mos10MO
Registering to vote already requires strict voter identification. Voter fraud exists but not on a level that could sway an election.
@9S95P6811mos11MO
The right to vote should not be limited to those 18 plus what are we to say about those who are younger than 18 and have real political views they have no say in what happens and yet they are forced to live in the same city state country etc because they don't have the right to go where they wish cuz they're not 18 plus legally considered an adult votes in the US should be limited to US citizens and I would say so long as you have and can prove that you have a clear understanding of the political system and how politics and voting works you should be allowed to vote
@9R8PP3P11mos11MO
Im in theory ok with requirements so long as the requirements aren’t overly strict and allows for options. IE tier 1 gov issued photo ID just requires that.. tier 2 is student id + passport or something.. 3 is like mail with youraddr on it.. combo to prove its you, etc.
@9R348MG12mos12MO
Yes, provided that the Federal Government implements a program providing a Photo ID to every American citizen. Otherwise, it will do little to prevent voter fraud and arguably disadvantage those who do not have the resources to obtain one.
@9QY2FLD12mos12MO
Yes, but getting an acceptable state ID should be free, and the process should be available on weekends or after normal working hours At least once a month at accessible lications.
@9QSJJJX12mos12MO
Yes. However, if a person does not have identification, they should be able to verify their identity in another fashion to vote.
@9PY5VNG1yr1Y
Yes, but photo ID should be issued by the State, in accordance with Federal requirement, in order to prevent a person's financial state limiting their ability to vote.
@9P5M9XN1yr1Y
All elections should be done by absentee ballots negating the need for picture ID. A process and place for unhoused individuals needs to also be in place too.
@9MV4RN41yr1Y
To get your voters card, yes. Then it should be absentee voting like in Washington State and the Military.
@9MLD3Z51yr1Y
Every state should offer mail in voting 2 weeks prior to the election. To sign up, each voter needs some form of ID with a license # or passport #. Then, each ballot needs a signature and a date If they don't have either, the elections office needs to post about it online. However, if it is on election day, the ballot should be discounted overall.
@9MB534M1yr1Y
Yes, but there should be programs to make sure everyone has access to getting an ID without hardship.
@9LQPRJH1yr1Y
Confirm ID upon registration, IDs must be easily acquired and fee-free. Create something that can confirm identity upon requirement, like an indicated place to leave a fingerprint.
@9KTQJGN 1yr1Y
Yes, but policy driven initiatives to ensure that all who have a desire to vote are given the help they need to do so is crucial in my agreement. No American should be left behind.
@9K4J24F1yr1Y
while this is a decent idea, this won't stop voter fraud though it may help make it a little harder. i'm sure there's another idea out there more effective
@9K3WFZH1yr1Y
Yes, voter ID and passing a litmus test to prove you know and understand how the government is designed and functions.
@9JJW3Q21yr1Y
yes, but also give other alternatives to people without the resources for it (that are appropriately monitored)
@9J9H9T41yr1Y
yes but only to be used as like a ticket to prevent voter fraud if they cant provide a license then they should come with a birth certificate or ssn instead.
@9J8B3YH1yr1Y
No, and automatically register every citizen to vote for the address on their driver's license/state ID or other such item that has already been vetted by the State or Federal government (most, if not all, that I can think of would not only have their name, dob, and signature, but also last address which could be updated if need.
@9J66BTG1yr1Y
Doesn't matter what we think, there already pre chosen. like the government would actually take that time and count vote, and verify them, it's easier to just make up numbers, and say that someone won based off votes, its not like were going to count them ourselves, probably why it works. look at Biden with his little card telling him what to do.
@9J3F3SC1yr1Y
Yes, this will prevent voter fraud, but make them very affordable so all legal citizens have the opportunity
@9HZK7Y81yr1Y
They should automatically register all 18 year olds to vote and send a packet with all the information on how to vote. They should have a photo ID to vote but it is free to get.
@9HXM3981yr1Y
voter fraud exists no matter what and those that cimmit such things will find a way around it regardless
@9HVTB7QLibertarian1yr1Y
Yes, with a thumbprint and matching signature. Photo ID would be provided for free or amended to driver's licenses.
@9HHX79J2yrs2Y
yes you should have to prove once that you are eligable to vote but after thst it should be placed on file and you no longer should have to provide id unless a issue occurs with your vote
@9HBWHCJ2yrs2Y
Yes, but the ID must be provided free of charge and offices issuing IDs must be open extended hours.
@9GL7BKK2yrs2Y
Yes this will prevent voter fraud and provide those who are disadvantaged the resources to obtain one
it would prevent voter fraud but also would disadvantage those who do not have one, I think we could find a different solution to this.
@9GGZ9722yrs2Y
If you are new to the U.S., this should be required. If you are born in the U.S. , this might be required if you have committed to some serious crimes.
@9FNW5CG2yrs2Y
Voting is pointless with how little you have on the electoral college Red states will vote red Blue states will vote Blue
@9FNC9L72yrs2Y
Yes, but a state photo ID should be free and fast to obtain.
@9FHCF762yrs2Y
Yes, this helps with voter fraud but we should look into other ways to prevent it as well if people aren’t comfortable doing so
@9FGN33L2yrs2Y
If voter ID laws are so necessary then establish a system where anyone can obtain an ID card free of charge upon registering themselves to vote.
@9FFV9W72yrs2Y
Yes, but must be accessible and free
@9FFGQM8Libertarian2yrs2Y
Yes, and make national election day a paid national holiday.
@9FF8WKL2yrs2Y
No, not unless citizens are issued a universal ID other than the Social Security Number.
No, not until there is a universal ID system other than the Social Security Number.
@9FDLB9L2yrs2Y
Yes but if the people want to take a photo ID
@9FBZW582yrs2Y
Yes, and photo IDs should be free of charge.
@9FBN7PZ2yrs2Y
No, they should have a separate voter's Id for registered voters.
@9FB8W4N2yrs2Y
No, but we should use biometrics to verify each voter
@9FB5WQN2yrs2Y
No, there are other forms of identification that should allow you to vote
@9F9VZ2X2yrs2Y
Yes, But the ID should be freely provided by the local government at the time of registering.
@9F9QR652yrs2Y
If they are required it should be made easier to get one. IDs should be free
@9F9P9Q22yrs2Y
Yes, but mail-in ballots should not be used in the future due to many cases of faked votes.
@9F93RRT2yrs2Y
yes, because it provides a source from an actual real voter and it is hard to fake it
@9DZ7T242yrs2Y
Maybe not a photo ID, but some verification process should exist
@9DKB7C92yrs2Y
Yes. If someone cannot afford identification or have other barriers to getting one, there should be support to help them obtain it.
@9DJJLSP2yrs2Y
Yes, and automatically register ever citizen when they turn 18
@9DFT58C2yrs2Y
yes, some form of identification for first time voters, not just photo ID
@9DBH3QL2yrs2Y
No, but some form of ID should and is in every state.
@9D8Q8SZ2yrs2Y
Yes, and election day should be treated as a national holiday, and done in person with few exceptions.
@9D7MPBQ2yrs2Y
Use the 2002 Help America vote Act.
@9D6T62VIndependent2yrs2Y
Yes, this is a requirement already in nearly every state.
@9D2PSPXIndependent2yrs2Y
No, I should be able to mail my ballot without presenting an ID
@9D2PSPXIndependent2yrs2Y
In Oregon we only have mail-in ballots. There is no one to present an ID to when mailing a ballot. When getting a state ID, a person is encouraged to register to vote at the same time. You can't present what you don't yet have. I thought I'd miss in-person voting, but I don't. It saves the state a whole lot by not having to organize and set up polling locations or purchase voting machines.
@EagerPacifistRepublican2yrs2Y
someone could potentially send in a ballot on behalf of someone else. Some states use signature verification to mitigate this, but it's not 100% foolproof. What if there was a system where one could verify their identity online before mailing their ballot? This could provide that extra layer of security while still maintaining the convenience of mail-in voting.
@TruthHurts1012yrs2Y
TRUMP WON!!!
@TruthHurts1012yrs2Y
Yes and if Biden "wins" in 2024, we know the election was rigged and we should secede and not take this crap any longer.
While I understand your concern about election integrity, it is important to note that multiple studies and investigations have shown that voter fraud is exceedingly rare. For example, The Brennan Center for Justice conducted a comprehensive analysis and found that the rate of voter fraud is between 0.0003% and 0.0025%. Moreover, a healthy democracy relies on the peaceful transfer of power and the acceptance of election results.
Instead of seceding, perhaps we can work together to find common ground and improve the voting process for everyone. For instance, we could focus on increasing voter education and access to ensure more people are engaged in the democratic process. What are some ideas you might have to address these issues?
@TruthHurts1012yrs2Y
Those voter fraud investigations that you cite are government-funded, bribed, and biased and untrustworthy, By contrast, election fraud is a proven fact, it's been proven that Democrats steal elections, look at Maricopa County, where they spent the inflation-adjusted monetary equivalent of five Hoover Dams to count votes and yet took 5 weeks to get the job done with "new" votes coming in (all mysteriously Democratic). Then look at Florida, were you can track your ballot's progress, where ballot harvesting is banned, zuckerbucks are banned, and a photo ID is required to vot… Read more
I understand your concerns and the need for election integrity. However, it's essential to consider the broader context of the Maricopa County audit. The Cyber Ninjas, a private firm hired to conduct the audit, had no prior experience in election audits. Additionally, their methods were widely criticized by election experts, including some Republicans. It's important to rely on trusted, non-partisan sources when assessing election integrity.
Regarding Florida, it's true that their voting system is efficient, but it's worth noting that states have different election processe… Read more
@TruthHurts1012yrs2Y
It's essential to consider various perspectives while discussing election integrity. In Maricopa County, the extended vote counting period could be due to several factors, such as increased mail-in voting due to the pandemic or other logistical challenges. It's also important to remember that multiple audits and recounts in battleground states have confirmed the 2020 election results.
Regarding Florida, it's true that they had a quick turnaround in reporting results, but it's important to recognize that every state has unique election systems and timelines. While some state… Read more
@TruthHurts1012yrs2Y
It is actually a one-size-fits-all solution. Election integrity works everywhere it has been tried and the only reason you Democrats support it is because you cheated, you know it, and you plan to cheat again (either that or you've been brainwashed into it). In Arizona 125,000 Republican votes weren't counted, so Kari Lake won the election. Explain that to me please.
@93ZDG7B3yrs3Y
no, but proof of identification should be required to register to vote
@93XMQQT3yrs3Y
Well, if everyone is issued a s.s.card. then...that.would work
@TruthHurts1012yrs2Y
Absolutely! There is no reason to vote without proving you exist, and the very fact that the liberal establishment says otherwise is proof that they stole the 2020 and 2022 elections!
@99MFTPG2yrs2Y
Yes, and provide a free national ID card to every citizen
@9G3X74L2yrs2Y
I don't honestly see why a photo ID would matter very much in voting, it wouldn't make some big change to the voting system.
@9FWM8J42yrs2Y
Yes, but there should be other ways to validate who you are to vote such as providing a birth certificate, or other documents that could be easier to access for some people who don't have access or ability to obtain a photo ID.
@9DZTGFK2yrs2Y
Yes, but make registering to vote easier and more accessible
@944DXN43yrs3Y
Yes, and ensure people are easily being provided one at no cost
@942NX5D3yrs3Y
Yes, including valid School ID's.
@942JS883yrs3Y
No but we should require a check that then check to make sure they are registered voters
@9CCDF8M2yrs2Y
It doesn't really matter it is just an ID.
Yes, and make photo IDs more easily accessible to citizens
@9BYQ8P72yrs2Y
yes, preferably 2 forms including drivers license and passport
@9BTW98J2yrs2Y
Yes as this will prevent voter fraud and from preventing illegal immigrants from being able to cast a vote that doesn’t reflect views of the entire nation. And also make it where when someone dies, their photo is/voter rights are terminated.
@9BLGFKZ2yrs2Y
I think it wouldn't hurt to do so and it would be safer so probably yes.
@99YC7RZIndependent2yrs2Y
Yes, in general. Those unable to obtain a photo ID should still be able to vote, however, but would be subject to more scrutiny.
@99XNP7R2yrs2Y
Yes, and the government should provide licensed IDs to every citizen over the age of 18
@96KT4SL3yrs3Y
Yes, but a federal ID program must be created to ensure that all citizens have the ability to have ID, regardless of their status as a driver, student, veteran, etc.
@96HCLRF3yrs3Y
Yes, but at least one form of government photo ID should be free and accessible.
@9683VLJ3yrs3Y
other forms of id or registration should be acceptable
@966CKYZ3yrs3Y
Yes, as long as they are federally provided
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