The Supreme Court today voted 6-3 to uphold the common sense practice of Voter ID in the state of Indiana:

The law “is amply justified by the valid interest in protecting ‘the integrity and reliability of the electoral process,’” Justice John Paul Stevens said in an opinion that was joined by Chief Justice John Roberts and Anthony Kennedy.

Now if only all other states would follow suit it might help restore real confidence in our electoral process.

HT: The Page

Written by Sue

3 Responses to “Indiana Voter ID Law Upheld”

1. David M. says:

   April 28, 2008 at 4:28 pm

   We do have voter id.s in my state, although I did not have to show mine last year. It could be because the line was extremely long when I voted or perhaps because the poll workers knew me. Alternatively, the poll workers might have information that I’ve voted consistently at the same location since 1970. Anyway, I can’t understand why anyone opposes this. Our Secretary of State sent out voter id cards, but I think other proof of residency is also acceptable. In the event of any controversy, the voter has to be offered a provisional ballot. The County Commission then has to meet within 3 days of the election and decide whether a provisional ballot is counted or not. I assume most states have pretty similar procedures.
2. Sue says:

   April 28, 2008 at 5:07 pm

   David:

   In the article at the link it specifies that at least 20 other states have voter ID laws. I have not had the chance to do any research yet to see if that is correct.

   If you switch your voter registration here in PA then you must show photo ID the first time you vote. Otherwise, it is a simple paper voter registration card (no picture) which is used to determine eligibility.

   I too have never understood how a rational person could think this is not an acceptable practice. We have enough shenanigans in our politics, those should not carry over to the polling place.
3. ~J~ says:

   April 28, 2008 at 5:08 pm

   I fail to understand why having a free ID card is so controversial.

   I’m with David and Sue on this. I have ID and am happy to show it if they ask. I always have to show my voter registration card or if I don’t have that, a driver’s license.

   Now it’s time for all the states to pass voter ID bills that will pass the constitutional test.