ITP V.025 WORLD APOCALYPSE: BEWARE OF THE SAFE ACT

 

 

 

 

U.S.A.  Republican Representative Chip Roy has introduced the SAFE ACT , a form of voter suppression that would mandate that voters would have to use a passport or birth certificate to vote.

 

 

 

 

 

FROM A DEMOCRATIC SENATOR: :

 

 

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, introduced by Republican Rep. Chip Roy, is a deeply troubling voter suppression proposal. This legislation seeks to mandate that every voter present a passport or birth certificate to register -- no longer would easily accessible forms of identification be acceptable, such as driver’s licenses, military IDs, or student IDs. If passed, this bill could disenfranchise millions of Americans. Around 150 million people in the U.S. lack a passport, and many face challenges accessing their birth certificate. For 69 million women, their birth certificates no longer align with their current legal names, creating an additional barrier. Older Americans, who are less likely to hold a passport or have ready access to vital records, would also be disproportionately affected. Only people with means to travel have passports. In states like Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and West Virginia, fewer than one-third of residents hold valid passports, underscoring the far-reaching consequences of this legislation. Despite the fact that it is already illegal for non-citizens to vote—and no evidence exists of widespread voter fraud committed by non-citizens--the SAVE Act imposes burdensome requirements for proof of citizenship. However, obtaining and presenting such documentation is not always straightforward. For many eligible voters, acquiring these records is expensive, time-consuming, or simply not possible. No American should be forced to overcome unnecessary obstacles to exercise their voice in our democracy. Send a message to Congress urging them to reject the SAVE Act and protect the fundamental right to vote now. SIGN AND SEND The groups most likely to be harmed by this bill include women, low-income earning individuals, and the elderly. Access to essential documents is often tied to socioeconomic factors, meaning this legislation would disproportionately impact vulnerable populations. Millions of eligible voters could be purged from voter rolls, further eroding trust in and access to our democratic process. Naturalized citizens are especially at risk under this bill. As the Brennan Center for Justice points out, bureaucratic mistakes and outdated records could render them ineligible to vote too. Instead of erecting barriers under the guise of “election security,” lawmakers should focus on expanding access to voting by advancing legislation such as the Freedom to Vote Act and the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. The SAVE Act represents a grave threat to democracy. Call on Congress to oppose this harmful legislation and commit to ensuring that every eligible American can participate in the democratic process now. Thank you for taking a stand against voter suppression and working to safeguard the rights of millions. - DFA AF Team Power This Campaign Democracy for America Advocacy Fund is a 501c4 organization. Contributions to the Democracy for America Advocacy Fund are not tax deductible for federal income tax purposes. Our mailing address is: PO Box 8521, Essex Junction VT 05451

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