The recently passed LD 1376 ends same-day voter registration in Maine. It was passed for one purpose: It gives town and city clerks two business days during which they can verify the eligibility of newly registered voters in order to ensure fair and accurate elections.
People already registered or who registered after moving within the state are not affected.
Nevertheless, allegations have been made that LD 1376 was passed to disenfranchise people — to rob them of their right to vote. These allegations have no basis in fact.
The facts are these:
* People still have 150 days per year to register to vote, assuming their town or city office is open at least three days per week and allowing for two weeks vacation.
* If they can’t make it to the town office they still can register by mail, after calling the town office and requesting a form, through the Bureau of Motor Vehicles or any agency of the Department of Health and Human Services.
The only person who can rob you of your right to vote is you.
Please vote no on Question 1 on Nov. 8.
Terence McManus
New Sharon
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