Why is it that Democrats, almost en bloc, always oppose any attempts at ensuring the integrity of our elections? They oppose requiring voters to identify themselves before voting, even though they are in favor of requiring not only an ID but also passing a background check to buy a firearm. They oppose requiring voters to submit proof of citizenship while voting. They oppose anything that might enhance election integrity, and it’s not hard to noodle out why that might be.
Case in point: On Thursday morning, the House of Representatives passed the SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship to register to vote. Democrats voted against it – at least, all but four did.
The four Democrats who support election integrity are Ed Case (HI), Henry Cuellar (TX), Jared Golden (ME), and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA). At least on this issue, there is some sanity remaining among Congressional Democrats; at least, for four of them, on this issue.
A “Statement of Administration Policy” from the Trump administration reads in part:
Through amendments to the NVRA (National Voting Rights Act) the SAVE Act would end the lawlessness by requiring States to obtain proof of United States citizenship before registering an individual to vote in Federal elections, while establishing safeguard to ensure every citizen is able to register.
There’s nothing unreasonable about this. There’s no reason why anyone, in or out of political office, should oppose any measure ensuring the integrity of our elections, including ensuring that only citizens can register to vote.
Election Integrity means No Cheating
That is why the dim-o-rats hate election integrity.
If you can’t control it, make it miserable for those who can, even if you’re hurting yourself worse in the bargain. It’s the epitome of envy.