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Voter Photo ID

A Solution in Search of a Problem (News Clips)

“If Wisconsin had a problem with voter fraud, the action taken by state Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen last week would be more understandable. ...But the state doesn't have a problem... Van Hollen asked the state Supreme Court to review rulings by two judges that struck down the state's voter ID law, and he asked the justices to do so before the presidential election on Nov. 6. ... The Supreme Court already has declined once to intervene.”

SC Voter ID Law Sparks Federal Trial, Puts State's Racial Past on Stand (News Clips)

“A federal trial opening Monday will examine the legality of South Carolina’s new voter ID law and also put on display the state’s history of racial discrimination.”

Pennsylvania Supreme Court Moves Voter-ID Appeal up on Its Schedule (News Clips)

“The state Supreme Court agreed Thursday to expedite its handling of a challenge to Pennsylvania's new voter identification law, scheduling arguments for Sept. 13...”

Speakers at Augusta [ME] Forum Unite against Voter ID Requirements (News Clips)

“Don’t seek solutions to nonexistent problems. ... During a public forum that stretched more than two hours...roughly 20 speakers shared variations on that refrain with a five-member commission assigned to review Maine election practice and suggest improvements.”

Wisconsin Attorney General Seeks to Restore Voter-ID Rule (News Clips)

Wisconsin Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen asked the state Supreme Court to reinstate a voter identification law before the Nov. 6 elections.

PA Judge Lets Voter Photo-ID Law Stand (News Clips)

“Plaintiffs filed an appeal Thursday to bring the case before Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court, which will likely issue an expedited ruling, according to Kathy Culliton-Gonzalez, director of Advancement Project’s Voter Protection Program.”

State Voter ID Laws Hang In The Balance (News Clips)

“With a few months left before the presidential election, voter ID laws are in limbo in a number of states. Critics say the laws disenfranchise eligible voters, supporters say they prevent voter fraud. Guest host Viviana Hurtado discusses the court challenges and national implications with NPR's Corey Dade and Pennsylvania activist Bob Previdi.”

[WI] League of Women Voters Responds to the Request (News Clips)

"'It would be a grave error to change the rules again shortly before an election, especially for the purpose of reinstating an unconstitutional law which will make it extremely difficult or impossible for many qualified Wisconsin citizens to vote,' said Andrea Kaminski, executive director of the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin Education Network."

Angry about [PA] Voter ID? Do Something! (News Clips)

“If you live in the suburbs, check with your local League of Women Voters, NAACP or ACLU. All are coalition members who should connect you with volunteer opportunities...”

PENNSYLVANIA COURT UPHOLDS VOTER ID LAW (Press Release)

League of Women Voters Lawsuit unsuccessful in halting voter ID law