Post by libby on Feb 1, 2016 23:40:18 GMT -6
In state voter ID campaign, Wisconsinites urged to 'bring it to the ballot'
Without money to advertise the state’s new law requiring voters to bring a photo ID to the polls, state officials are appealing to broadcasters to spread the word.
The long-delayed voter ID requirement takes effect in a statewide election for the first time at the Feb. 16 spring primary.
Government Accountability Board director Kevin Kennedy on Monday showcased voter ID public service announcements that urge voters to “bring it to the ballot.” For voters who lack an ID that meets the requirement, they explain how to get one.
“We think it’s important, before the election season starts, to remind people about the need to have a picture ID when you get to the polls,” Kennedy said.
Read more: host.madison.com/wsj/news/local/govt-and-politics/in-state-voter-id-campaign-wisconsinites-urged-to-bring-it/article_3bed6026-f4fc-5364-a329-06e76b3b2bc5.html
Without money to advertise the state’s new law requiring voters to bring a photo ID to the polls, state officials are appealing to broadcasters to spread the word.
The long-delayed voter ID requirement takes effect in a statewide election for the first time at the Feb. 16 spring primary.
Government Accountability Board director Kevin Kennedy on Monday showcased voter ID public service announcements that urge voters to “bring it to the ballot.” For voters who lack an ID that meets the requirement, they explain how to get one.
“We think it’s important, before the election season starts, to remind people about the need to have a picture ID when you get to the polls,” Kennedy said.
Read more: host.madison.com/wsj/news/local/govt-and-politics/in-state-voter-id-campaign-wisconsinites-urged-to-bring-it/article_3bed6026-f4fc-5364-a329-06e76b3b2bc5.html