several states passed laws requiring voter ID in 2011, the logic being that i prevented voter fraud like parties registering cartoon characters and having them vote. The thing is, there is little evidence that this type of voter fraud exists and about 11% of the country is without a type of photo ID card. Should this be required to vote?
Should ID be required for voting?
12/29/2011
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No. I feel like the only reason voter IDs are coming up is so that politicians can single out minorities, such as the elderly, non whites, and poverty stricken. Ya know, people that are going to have an extremely hard time financially to obtain an ID.
12/29/2011
When has there not been ID'ing at the polls? Is this something only Florida does?
Of course, this is also the state that allowed blockading of polls against minorities (2000), so I'm not surprised this is already practiced here.
Of course, this is also the state that allowed blockading of polls against minorities (2000), so I'm not surprised this is already practiced here.
12/29/2011
As far as I know you can not vote without an ID. It should be that way, they need to know who is voting.
12/29/2011
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here's a link to a brennan report on voter ID as of August 2011. Many states don't require voter ID, but since since the end of 2011 more states require it than before 2011.
Originally posted by
Chilipepper
When has there not been ID'ing at the polls? Is this something only Florida does?
Of course, this is also the state that allowed blockading of polls against minorities (2000), so I'm not surprised this is already practiced here.
Of course, this is also the state that allowed blockading of polls against minorities (2000), so I'm not surprised this is already practiced here.
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12/29/2011
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Voting already requires registration, and that's where they should check your "validity". Requiring an "ID" (a separate photo identification) on top of that, which not everyone has, and with no evidence of voter/registration fraud, is totally unacceptable.
Originally posted by
T&A1987
several states passed laws requiring voter ID in 2011, the logic being that i prevented voter fraud like parties registering cartoon characters and having them vote. The thing is, there is little evidence that this type of voter fraud exists and
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several states passed laws requiring voter ID in 2011, the logic being that i prevented voter fraud like parties registering cartoon characters and having them vote. The thing is, there is little evidence that this type of voter fraud exists and about 11% of the country is without a type of photo ID card. Should this be required to vote?
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12/29/2011
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I'm not surprised Florida was the first to jump on it - Scott's been screwing us without a condom and without kissing since he was elected. Funny thing is, I don't know a single person who elected him ... maybe we should check his ID, too.
Originally posted by
T&A1987
here's a link to a brennan report on voter ID as of August 2011. Many states don't require voter ID, but since since the end of 2011 more states require it than before 2011.
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12/29/2011
By the way: Your topic question "Should ID be required for voting?" is exactly how they like to frame it. Who would say no to that? What I think most people would say no to: "Should an additional photo ID check be required for voting?" (While providing statistics that over 10% of the population, mostly minorities and very young/old, do not have a photo ID.)
12/29/2011
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i know, i really expected sink to win, the problem was low turnout and a lot of people didn't pay attention past the parties. While i don't support his politics, I feel sorry for Bill McCollum. 2010 was supposed to be his chance to be the nominee for governor and he was far more qualified and stable than scott. If scott's still governor in Feb 2015 i'll kiss a cactus.
Originally posted by
Chilipepper
I'm not surprised Florida was the first to jump on it - Scott's been screwing us without a condom and without kissing since he was elected. Funny thing is, I don't know a single person who elected him ... maybe we should check his ID, too.
12/29/2011
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That was my thought. I know Michigan gives you a voter identification card, but since there's no picture on it, how do they know it's you?
Originally posted by
Beck
As far as I know you can not vote without an ID. It should be that way, they need to know who is voting.
You need ID to buy cold meds, alcohol, smokes, and firearms...why not to vote?
Honestly, I'm more worried about voter fraud (the dead are not allowed to vote) than undocumented people voting.
12/29/2011
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agreed.
Originally posted by
El-Jaro
That was my thought. I know Michigan gives you a voter identification card, but since there's no picture on it, how do they know it's you?
You need ID to buy cold meds, alcohol, smokes, and firearms...why not to vote?
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You need ID to buy cold meds, alcohol, smokes, and firearms...why not to vote?
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That was my thought. I know Michigan gives you a voter identification card, but since there's no picture on it, how do they know it's you?
You need ID to buy cold meds, alcohol, smokes, and firearms...why not to vote?
Honestly, I'm more worried about voter fraud (the dead are not allowed to vote) than undocumented people voting. less
You need ID to buy cold meds, alcohol, smokes, and firearms...why not to vote?
Honestly, I'm more worried about voter fraud (the dead are not allowed to vote) than undocumented people voting. less
12/29/2011
How about ID is required, but they remove the fee for State ID - or disperse better information about how to get one and if it's already free.
In my state, you can have the $10 fee waived for a number of reasons (being 65+, disabled, "having a good reason").
Not having a valid ID hurts people more than just potentially barring them from voting.
In my state, you can have the $10 fee waived for a number of reasons (being 65+, disabled, "having a good reason").
Not having a valid ID hurts people more than just potentially barring them from voting.
12/29/2011
I don't think it is unreasonable to require an ID for voting....
12/29/2011
We don't have the requirement here, though some people are pushing for it.
I don't think it's "outrageous" or "unreasonable" necessarily, but I think it's more ethical to have it without than with.
I don't think it's "outrageous" or "unreasonable" necessarily, but I think it's more ethical to have it without than with.
12/29/2011
I can see the reasoning behind requiring ID to vote.
12/29/2011
you need ID to cash a check, so why would you let people vote without proof of citizenship? After all, isn't voting a privilege (and the duty) of being a citizen of the United States Of America.
12/31/2011
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The majority of those people are illegals and have no right to vote, in my opinion.
Originally posted by
Ms. Spice
No. I feel like the only reason voter IDs are coming up is so that politicians can single out minorities, such as the elderly, non whites, and poverty stricken. Ya know, people that are going to have an extremely hard time financially to obtain an
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No. I feel like the only reason voter IDs are coming up is so that politicians can single out minorities, such as the elderly, non whites, and poverty stricken. Ya know, people that are going to have an extremely hard time financially to obtain an ID.
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I absolutely think it should be required.
12/31/2011
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That is not something that can be "opinion"
Originally posted by
~LaUr3n~
The majority of those people are illegals and have no right to vote, in my opinion.
I absolutely think it should be required.
I absolutely think it should be required.
It either is or isn't true.
And in this case, you should probably brush up on your demographics.
01/01/2012
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I also believe you should be a citizin for voting, medical, finachal and monetary assistence from the government. Tax money should go towards the tax payers and the citizins of the USA.
Originally posted by
T&A1987
several states passed laws requiring voter ID in 2011, the logic being that i prevented voter fraud like parties registering cartoon characters and having them vote. The thing is, there is little evidence that this type of voter fraud exists and
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several states passed laws requiring voter ID in 2011, the logic being that i prevented voter fraud like parties registering cartoon characters and having them vote. The thing is, there is little evidence that this type of voter fraud exists and about 11% of the country is without a type of photo ID card. Should this be required to vote?
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01/01/2012
I think you should have to have a voter id to vote. Plain and simple.
01/01/2012
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In Washington state, you have to provide some photo ID (like a Passport or Drivers License) to register. Even when securing a Drivers License, there has to be some evidence, like a current utility bill. I can't understand what the fuss is all about in the voting registeration process, when so much documentation is required for either a US Passport or a state Drivers License.
Originally posted by
Beck
As far as I know you can not vote without an ID. It should be that way, they need to know who is voting.
01/09/2012
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I believe it should be.
Originally posted by
T&A1987
several states passed laws requiring voter ID in 2011, the logic being that i prevented voter fraud like parties registering cartoon characters and having them vote. The thing is, there is little evidence that this type of voter fraud exists and
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several states passed laws requiring voter ID in 2011, the logic being that i prevented voter fraud like parties registering cartoon characters and having them vote. The thing is, there is little evidence that this type of voter fraud exists and about 11% of the country is without a type of photo ID card. Should this be required to vote?
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01/09/2012
Yes. Most of the cases of fraud aren't necessarily cartoon characters, but deceased people. I think it is perfectly reasonable to request a photo ID at the polls. You need it to write checks, purchase tags, smokes, alcohol and hell, spray paint at Walmart.
01/09/2012
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That's a pretty unfounded and offensive thing to say. I'm a minority and I'm not illegal. Proof, please, thanks.
Originally posted by
~LaUr3n~
The majority of those people are illegals and have no right to vote, in my opinion.
I absolutely think it should be required.
I absolutely think it should be required.
01/09/2012
And yes, this was never an issue until all of a sudden the demographics of the country began shifting so that whites will soon be in the minority. Hm.
01/09/2012
Definitely, yes.
01/09/2012
Absolutely.
01/09/2012
If you are going to require ID then the state needs to supply them free of charge.
01/09/2012
I thought they asked for ids everywhere
01/09/2012
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Originally posted by
Jaimes
Yes. Most of the cases of fraud aren't necessarily cartoon characters, but deceased people. I think it is perfectly reasonable to request a photo ID at the polls. You need it to write checks, purchase tags, smokes, alcohol and hell, spray paint
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Yes. Most of the cases of fraud aren't necessarily cartoon characters, but deceased people. I think it is perfectly reasonable to request a photo ID at the polls. You need it to write checks, purchase tags, smokes, alcohol and hell, spray paint at Walmart.
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