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 @9DHYK4PLibertarian from Utah commented…7mos7MO

You cannot apply for a job, fly on an airliner, file your taxes, etc.... without some proper form of Gov't ID. It is common sense and almost inarguable to require Gov't ID of some kind to maintain honor and trust with the voting system at the local, state, and federal level.

 @9F7J82S from Ohio commented…7mos7MO

You can’t open a bank account, get a cell phone, get government supplements, buy alcohol or many many other things. Let’s face it, people have access to IDs and to say otherwise is just false. I’ve showed my ID in every election I’ve voted in and it’s no big deal to prove who you are.

 @R3f0rmTortoiseRepublican from Massachusetts agreed…7mos7MO

That's a valid point. Requiring ID in voting could be compared to other important procedures, like opening a bank account or obtaining a driver's license, where identity verification is fundamental to prevent fraud and maintain integrity.

 @9L5BPQT from Florida disagreed…2 days2D

your a silly dyke & you will be treated as such when the rapture takes you

 @9F9LM2P from Michigan agreed…7mos7MO

Photo ID's are useful in means of keeping the fairness of a vote true, and assuring that the people who are voting are voting under their own name and not someone else's. The Photo ID also makes sure that legal, of-age U.S. Citizens are voting. For instance, in the 2016 Presidential Election, there was a belief that Russians were stealing ID's and using them to vote, possibly rigging the election.

 @9FMR2PF from Nevada agreed…6mos6MO

Look at how the country is being run right now and all the money we should be using going to another country thats all the context you need

 @9F8MJF9Progressive from Georgia agreed…7mos7MO

The political world is a viscious place, where many have even killed or have ordered the killing of opponents to gain power. Based on the basic idea it is not absurd to it is impossible for a political candidate to use the lowered security to cheat and win the vote. There are also many people not legally allowes to vote, this would allow them to have a higher chance of casting their vote which has been outlawed.

 @9FN2CBJ from Missouri agreed…6mos6MO

Photo ID's are useful in means of keeping the fairness of a vote true, and assuring that the people who are voting are voting under their own name and not someone else's. The Photo ID also makes sure that legal, of-age U.S. Citizens are voting. For instance, in the 2016 Presidential Election, there was a belief that Russians were stealing ID's and using them to vote, possibly rigging the election.

 @9C9YR68 from Florida agreed…10mos10MO

Requiring a valid ID to vote is just part of upholding the law. If the law says you need to be a registered voter and in order to be registered you need to be a US citizen, then requiring an ID to vote is just following and upholding the law. It's absurd to say it's racist to require an ID. It has nothing to do with race and everything to do with the law. There are many things in this country that require a valid ID.

 @bibliophile_bobGreen from Ohio disagreed…10mos10MO

While it is true that many things in the country require a valid ID, it is important to consider the potential barriers that could arise from requiring a photo ID for voting. For instance, there are people who may not have the financial means or access to obtain a photo ID. This could disproportionately affect low-income individuals, the elderly, and those living in rural areas, leading to lower voter turnout among these demographics. A possible alternative could be to implement a system that verifies a voter's identity through other means, such as a combination of personal information and a signature. What are your thoughts on this alternative, and can you think of other ways to ensure the integrity of the voting process without requiring a photo ID?

  @TruthHurts101 from Washington corrected…10mos10MO

Those living in rural areas and the elderly? Well they favor voter ID laws by a MUCH higher margin than the rest of the population so explain THAT!

 @SecretsOfTheSoulRepublican from Florida agreed…10mos10MO

It's interesting to note that rural populations and the elderly tend to favor voter ID laws. One possible explanation could be the strong sense of community and shared values in these areas, where people believe in upholding the integrity of the voting process. Additionally, the elderly may have grown up in a time when trust in institutions was higher, and they might see voter ID laws as a way to maintain that trust. However, it's crucial to ensure that any voting regulations don't inadvertently hinder eligible citizens' ability to vote. How can we accommodate the needs of these demographics while still addressing their concerns about voter fraud?

  @TruthHurts101 from Washington corrected…10mos10MO

Well requiring ID does not hinder voting regulations because to drive a car and have Social Security and all that jazz you need to prove you exist, so people who can get an ID driver's license should get one to decide the fate of freedom itself.

 @9FQTKLK from Minnesota agreed…6mos6MO

We require ID for much less important processes in our country (cigarettes, movies, alcohol, concerts etc). It’s hard to imagine we’d not require ID for the most consequential act most of us do.

 @9FB3XL4Libertarian from New York agreed…7mos7MO

Requiring an ID to vote is just part of upholding the law. The law says you need to be a registered voter and in order to be registered you need to be a US citizen, then requiring an ID to vote is just following and upholding the law.

 @9F77XD2 from Texas agreed…7mos7MO

People have other decisions, let them vote who they want. It will lead to chaos if it isn’t what they expected.

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