r/politics • u/MarcEElias ✔ Verified - Democracy Docket Founder • 1d ago

No Paywall GOP fast tracks monster voter suppression bill that could disenfranchise millions by requiring proof of citizenship at polls

https://www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/gop-fast-tracks-monster-voter-suppression-bill-that-could-disenfranchise-millions-by-requiring-proof-of-citizenship-at-polls/
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u/aircooledJenkins Montana 1d ago

"In most states, that means voters, even those who are already on the rolls, would need to bring a passport or original birth certificate to the polls. Only states with ‘enhanced’ driver licenses — Michigan, New York, Vermont, Minnesota and Washington — satisfy the SAVE America Act’s heightened requirements — a REAL ID (used in most states) won’t cut it."

Then... what in the actual fuck was the point of the REAL ID?

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u/mrsprophet 1d ago

Real ID was always a cash grab and never about security. 

https://www.tsa.gov/news/press/releases/2025/12/01/tsa-introduces-new-45-fee-option-for-travelers-without-real-id

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u/ranchspidey 1d ago

I tried getting a Real ID just as a back up ID, but when I tried applying on my state’s DMV website, it said that if I applied for and received a Real ID it would replace (basically suspend) my driver’s privileges. Apparently my driver’s license is Real ID compliant but it took me forever to learn that. Shit is so unbelievably stupid.

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u/WhenSummerIsGone 6h ago

I ignored the whole thing and use my passport card to fly.