To the editor:
I write regarding an important effort presently underway to collect 75,000 certified voter signatures for a statewide petition drive to establish a 2024 ballot question to require voter ID for persons to be able to vote in Massachusetts elections.
To begin, I recall a quote from President Ronald Reagan which basically sums up why we need to do this.
“Freedom Is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass It to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.”
I am inspired to be involved in this petition drive and effort because I support and believe in the sanctity of, and the respective precepts put forth within the content of our United States Constitution, and Massachusetts State Constitution.
I strongly support this proposed law for a number of reasons. It increases confidence and credibility in the election process, and helps eliminate identity theft.
Moreover, it assures that the person casting a vote is verified as the person on the voter list. It also enables people without a voter ID to sign an affidavit attesting to identity, residency, and citizenship.
Additionally, it provides a voter identification process for individuals who vote by mail.
Furthermore, it acknowledges the priceless value of a vote that determines governance by the people.
This law is widely supported by Republicans, Democrats, and independent (unenrolled) voters.
Similar voter identification laws are already in effect in 35 other states and 46 European countries. Finally, it helps to ensure the continuation of our freedom.
People can become involved with this important community project by contacting its coordinators via email at [email protected] or by phone at (413) 438-6837.
Sincerely,
Ron Beaty
West Barnstable
