Democrats Criticized for Opposing Voter ID Law

Letters to the Editor argue the SAVE Act is supported by most Americans, not racist

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The letters to the editor criticize Democrats, including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, for opposing the SAVE Act, which would require voter ID at polling places. The letter writers argue the SAVE Act is supported by over 80% of Americans and that Democrats are opposing it for political reasons, such as allowing illegal immigrants to vote. They claim the opposition to voter ID is not about racism, but about maintaining power.

Why it matters

The debate over voter ID laws has become a major political issue, with Democrats arguing they disproportionately disenfranchise minority voters and Republicans claiming they are necessary to prevent voter fraud. This exchange of letters reflects the deep partisan divide on this issue and the accusations of bad faith on both sides.

The details

The letters criticize Democrats, especially Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, for opposing the SAVE Act, which would require voter ID at polling places. The writers argue the SAVE Act is supported by over 80% of Americans across racial and ideological lines, but Democrats are falsely claiming it is 'racist.' They suggest Democrats are opposing voter ID to allow illegal immigrants to vote and maintain political power. The letters also dispute the claim that voter fraud is rare, arguing voter ID is necessary for honest elections.

  • The letters were published on February 13, 2026.

The players

Chuck Schumer

The Senate Majority Leader, who the letter writers criticize for opposing the SAVE Act.

Nick McNulty

A reader from Windham, New Hampshire who wrote one of the letters.

Ed Hennessy

A reader from North Arlington, New Jersey who wrote one of the letters.

Bill Isler

A 15-year New York City poll worker who wrote one of the letters in support of the SAVE Act.

Jack Ridolph

A reader from The Villages, Florida who wrote one of the letters.

Charlie Honadel

A reader from Venice, Florida who wrote one of the letters.

Alan Brooks

A reader from Brooklyn who wrote one of the letters.

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What they’re saying

“The SAVE Act is supported by north of 80% of the American people of all races and creeds, but Schumer and company act like requiring an ID at polling places is 'racist'.”

— Nick McNulty, Reader (New York Post)

“It's been proven that voter fraud is super rare. So, any laws beyond that are just harassment of a constitutional right.”

— Ed Hennessy, Reader (New York Post)

“The only way to ensure honest elections is to guarantee a voter is indeed a US citizen, the same as the requirement to receive a passport.”

— Bill Isler, 15-year New York City poll worker (New York Post)

“A large majority of Americans support voter-ID — and the remainder you just have to wonder about. If anything, mandatory ID would unite Americans rather than disenfranchise them.”

— Jack Ridolph, Reader (New York Post)

“If a person can't get a photo-ID in this day and age, I don't want them voting. It's incredibly easy to do.”

— Charlie Honadel, Reader (New York Post)

The takeaway

This debate over the SAVE Act highlights the deep partisan divide on the issue of voter ID laws, with Democrats arguing they are discriminatory and Republicans claiming they are necessary to prevent fraud. The letters reflect the accusations of bad faith on both sides, with each side accusing the other of prioritizing political power over principles.