FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, October 16, 2006
Contact: Stacie Temple, (573) 526-5076
Contact: Carrie Bebermeyer, (573) 526-0949

A Statement from Secretary of State Robin Carnahan Regarding Supreme Court Ruling on Photo ID Law

Jefferson City, Missouri – Secretary of State Robin Carnahan today released the following statement:

"Today's ruling is a victory for Missouri voters. The Supreme Court's decision to uphold Judge Callahan's ruling provides absolute clarity that the photo ID law is unconstitutional and thus will not go into effect in Missouri.

It's my job to ensure fair elections, and elections cannot be fair if eligible voters are not allowed to vote. I'm pleased that this issue was resolved in a way that protects Missouri voters and preserves free and fair elections."

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