Are Your Papers In Order?

This common phrase in old movies, barked in a German accent, had a clear meaning: only in places like Nazi Germany could an armed person demand proof of citizenship and arrest anyone without the right documents. Equally clear was the unspoken message that this was distinctly unAmerican and wouldn’t be tolerated in a free country.

Well, what about now? Are YOUR papers in order? Yes, right now: with what you have in your wallet, purse, pocket, or even in a safe deposit box, could you prove that you’re an American citizen and entitled to vote?

The SAVE act is a threat to our voting rights. Our drivers licenses will not be acceptable. Our military or tribal identification cards will not be acceptable. Here’s an article Indivisible Ukiah’s Janet Rosen had published in the UDJ. To avoid their paywall you can read it on MSN here.

WHAT CAN I DO?

• Contact your elected representatives to let them know you expect them to oppose the SAVE act.

• Share this information with friends and family in other states so they can contact their representatives.

• Protect your own right to vote by making sure your IDs match up and by obtaining any needed documents.