Same day registration

Submitted by James on

It looks like North Carolina may be getting closer to the enlightened policy of actually encouraging democracy instead of trying to stifle it. Laura Leslie has the best coverage here.

House members held a long and occasionally bizarre debate today over whether to allow early one-stop voters to register and vote on the same day. Democrats say it’s more fraud-proof than regular registration, since wannabe voters would have to appear in person to register, and then use a “retrievable” ballot in case their registration turns out to be no good.

Republicans tried twice to amend the bill to require a photo ID. Both attempts went down in flames along party lines, but not without some odd moments along the way.

. . . Moore Republican Joe Boylan stood up to offer an amendment, then apparently forgot what he was talking about.

Come on, Laura. The Hairdresser didn't forget what he was talking about. He just forgot to alert Puppetmaster Pope that he wanted to give a little speech like the big boys do. Without Pope pulling the strings, Joe Boylan is a big fat nothing.

A

PS If by some miracle Sponge Bob Orr found himself in the governor's mansion, they'd have to add an extra office above his for the Puppetmaster to take up residence, with a hole through the floor for his strings too.

Comments

Please contact your representative today

Submitted by James on

and encourage him or her to support same day registration. BlueNC's contact capabilities are down right now, but you can find your representative here.

Sorry, but this is just too priceless

Submitted by James on

and worth repeating:

Moore Republican Joe Boylan stood up to offer an amendment, then apparently forgot what he was talking about.

Hee-frickin-larious

Submitted by Betsy Muse on

I can't wait for Mo and lcloud to see that. Won't they feel proud.

Hey...and speaking of Moore County. What ever happened to SPLib? He hasn't been around in a while.

Robin Hayes lied. Nobody died, but thousands of folks lost their jobs.



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Let's remember where this came from and how it got through...

Submitted by Just some guy on

The Young Democrats of NC sponsored this bill, pushed this legislation through and conducted a well-coordinated media campaign and Day at the Legislature supporting same day registration.

This will be a major victory for NC Democrats, young and old.

Thomas S. Brock
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OnslowCountyPolitics@gmail.com
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Thomas

What have YOU done today to make the world a better place?

From one Young Dem to another

Submitted by gsodem on

Great work, guys. I wanted to be at the convention last weekend but missed it because I had a preexisting commitment.

Glad to see you guys working on something so vital.

I'll be calling Pricey Harrison's office today.

hee

Submitted by Linda on

Hairdresser Joe forgot what he was talking about?

I would have paid money to see that.

Hee.

I'm sure he'd be all for photo id's for voting; during the campaign he all but suggested building a wall around NC to keep "those" people out.

I might have to change my signature line to that.

Moore Republican Joe Boylan stood up to offer an amendment, then apparently forgot what he was talking about.

Damn I'm lucky to be living here. All this, and Harris Blake, too.

"Be the change you wish to see in the world." - Gandhi

Some days it just doesn't pay...

Submitted by Just some guy on

My email to Mr. Cleveland...

[blockquote]
I fully support House Bill 91 (Registration and Voting at One-Stop Sites). This legislation is important to maximizing voter-turnout during elections and ensuring that all North Carolinians are capable of exercising the most important of American rights: Voting for elected representation.

House Bill 91 will allow North Carolinians to register and vote in the same day during the pre-election day One-Stop voting period. This will make voting more convenient and available to North Carolinians that are increasingly busy with multiple jobs and families. The ballot would be retrievable, allowing for the withdrawal of the vote should it the voter be ineligible.

This legislation is good for North Carolina and good for North Carolinians. I strongly urge you to support the bill and to urge your colleagues to support this bill as well. [/blockquote]

and Mr. Cleveland's response...

[blockquote]
This legislation is also a perfect vehicle for election fraud

George Cleveland
[/blockquote]

Thomas S. Brock
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OnslowCountyPolitics@gmail.com
http://onslowcountypolitics.brocknet.net

Thomas

What have YOU done today to make the world a better place?

Mr. Cleveland is an idiot

Submitted by James on

Election fraud is not a problem I've seen documented in North Carolina by anyone. The only election fraud we have to worry about is the one caused by Republican-owned voter machine companies.

this bill

Submitted by Blue South on

passed its second reading in the house yesterday, so it should be moving to the senate soon.

So, make sure to contact your Senators and get this through committee.

Draft Brad Miller -- NC Sen ActBlue :::Petition

"Keep the Faith"

My response...

Submitted by Just some guy on

House Bill 91 (Registration and Voting at One-Stop Sites) provides appropriate safe-guards to prevent voter fraud. Appropriate proof of eligibility is required along with a signed attestation of eligibility. The required proof of residence and eligibility is similar to the documentation that must be provided during standard registration. Providing false testimony for the purpose of casting an ineligible ballot is a Class I felony.

Further, there is a two-business day period in which the voter’s eligibility would be validated. Should the ballot be ineligible, it would be retrieved and discarded.

Again, I urge you to consider the bill and support the legislation.

Thomas S. Brock
www.brocknet.net
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OnslowCountyPolitics@gmail.com
http://onslowcountypolitics.brocknet.net

Thomas

What have YOU done today to make the world a better place?

Fantastic, Thomas.

Submitted by Linda on

Great response.

"Be the change you wish to see in the world." - Gandhi

its too bad

Submitted by Blue South on

reading comprehension isnt a punishable offense. then maybe he would have gotten the message.

Draft Brad Miller -- NC Sen ActBlue :::Petition

"Keep the Faith"

My response...

Submitted by Just some guy on

Does it bother anyone that I'm taking up so much space/time with this?

Mr. Cleveland,

Again, I thank you for your prompt attention.

I do not understand the way you have read the bill which disagrees with my assessment.

§ 163‑82.6A. In‑person registration and voting at one‑stop sites. subpara (b) states:

"Documentation and Sworn Statement Required. – To register and vote under this section, the person shall provide proof of residence and complete a registration form as prescribed in G.S. 163‑82.4, including the attestation requirement of G.S. 163‑82.4(b) that the person meets each eligibility requirement. Such attestation is signed under penalty of a Class I felony under G.S. 163‑275(13). The presentation of any of the following valid documents that show the person's current name and current address is required as proof of residence: a North Carolina drivers license, photo identification from a government agency, utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, government check, or other government document. The State Board of Elections may designate additional documents or methods that suffice and shall prescribe procedures for establishing proof of residence."

The above states that the required attestation is signed under the penalty of a Class I felony. If, after appropriate research is complete, the voter is deemed to have fraudulently testified in regards to their eligibility they would be prosecuted. The above also provides a list of documentation accepted as proof of identification and eligibility. The list includes a valid North Carolina drivers license or other government photo identification, various bills and bank statements, government checks and other government documentation. This requirement is equal to the level of documentation required when registering at the DMV or at a County Board of Elections.

Further, sub paragraph (d) allows for the verification of voter eligibility and the withdrawal of the ballot.

"Verification of Registration; Counting of Ballot. – Within two business days of the person's registration under this section, the county board of elections in conjunction with the State Board of Elections shall verify the North Carolina drivers license or Social Security number in accordance with G.S. 163‑82.12, update the statewide registration database and search for possible duplicate registrations, and proceed under G.S. 163‑82.7 to verify the person's address. The person's vote shall be counted unless the county board determines that the applicant is not qualified to vote in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter."

Again, I do not understand how you interpret the bill and would appreciate your thoughts in case I am misinterpreting the legislation.

Thomas S. Brock
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OnslowCountyPolitics@gmail.com
http://onslowcountypolitics.brocknet.net

Thomas

What have YOU done today to make the world a better place?

Not at all!!!

Submitted by Robert P. on

but, believe me, once you start talking about "facts" they will start ignoring you. Truthiness is more important than facts.

One man with courage makes a majority.
- Andrew Jackson

Jesus Swept ticked me off. Too short. I loved the characters and then POOF it was over.
-me

Because then they would be wrong.

Submitted by Robert P. on

Look, my Dad is the classic example of this kind of Republican. When i was a kid, I asked my Dad a question about some geography sheet I was doing. He answered, I told him, no I don't think that is right. He said, yes it is. I said, no I don't think so, I'll check in my book.
I produced the book, showed him and said "See, it says this."
To which he responded, loudly and somewhat angrily, "Then the damn book is wrong!"

Now, my dad has mellowed over the years and even voted for Kerry/Edwards last election, but, I totally understand Republicans after growing up with him. You know that gut feeling you get when you realize you are wrong about something and don't want to be? I've got a big one after being raised that way, and it is hard to let some things go without a fight.

Well, that is how they all are, only times 1000.

One man with courage makes a majority.
- Andrew Jackson

Jesus Swept ticked me off. Too short. I loved the characters and then POOF it was over.
-me

Stay on his ass, Thomas

Submitted by James on

This warrants an op-ed . . . written by you . . . about the value of reading comprehension.

Thanks, -A-

Submitted by Just some guy on

It seems to me that the bill accunts for and prevents voter fraud to a high degree...Moreso than the Onslow County Board of Elections, anyway...I've changed my address withut evidence sevefral times...I even asked if they wanted proof, but was told "No, it's not necessary."

I believe that I shall be writing a bit about Mr. Cleveland soon.

Thomas S. Brock
www.brocknet.net
www.brocknet.net/WordPress/

OnslowCountyPolitics@gmail.com
http://onslowcountypolitics.brocknet.net

Thomas

What have YOU done today to make the world a better place?

At Least You Hear Back

Submitted by Unique on

I sent my letter under an action alert ... [crickets] ... nope, no reply.

Your guy might have comprehension problems, apparently mine can't read at all. Or maybe he just can't type. ;)

I don't do action alerts lightly. Here was my reasoning:

Sir,

I was in the middle of a move during the 2004 election. Overwhelmed,
overbooked, and registered in the state I left.

That was the first election I missed since I could vote.

Same day registration would have made the difference for me.

I thought about this long and hard before I decided it was a good idea.
Once I remembered my own situation, the choice was clear.

People who never vote wouldn't do it if you took the ballot to them -
people like me would be able to exercise our duty.

well said.

Submitted by Blue South on

Draft Brad Miller -- NC Sen ActBlue :::Petition

"Keep the Faith"

My Rep responded

Submitted by Todd on

Paul Luebke:

If you guess that I'm a big supporter of HB 91, you would be right.

He's my kind of guy.