On August 26, the Green Party of Tennessee filed a federal lawsuit against Tennessee’s law that requires voters at the polls to show certain kinds of government photo-ID. The case is in the eastern district and is Green Party of Tennessee v Hargett. Here is the Complaint.
The lawsuit does not argue that it is unconstitutional for the state to require photo-ID, but says that the types of photo-ID are too limited. See this story about the lawsuit.
This case is Tennessee-specific, however if it is successful there are arguments that may be applicable to other states. We hope this is part of the effort that restores citizen’s rights to vote.
The reception of the news by the public has resulted in dozens of positive responses in the first 48 hours after announcing this lawsuit. The people are ready for fairness.
Katey Culver
Green Party of TN Chair