Voter Identification Laws
2012-09-20T20:23:15-04:00https://images.c-span.org/Files/aaf/308294-m.jpgPanelists talked about recent voter identification laws passed in several states, including Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Topics included proposed and actual changes to voting procedures in 2012, possible effects of the law on voter turnout and election results, and and the implications for minorities and low-income communities. They also responded to questions from the audience. After the panel discussion, Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi criticized the new laws and said they would lead to voter suppression.
Panelists talked about recent voter identification laws passed in several states, including Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida.… read more
Panelists talked about recent voter identification laws passed in several states, including Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Topics included proposed and actual changes to voting procedures in 2012, possible effects of the law on voter turnout and election results, and and the implications for minorities and low-income communities. They also responded to questions from the audience. After the panel discussion, Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi criticized the new laws and said they would lead to voter suppression. close
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