No on Question 7: Rural, elderly Nevadans shouldn’t face barriers to the ballot

No on Question 7: Rural, elderly Nevadans shouldn’t face barriers to the ballot Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026 | 2 a.m. Early voters at the Galleria Mall on Saturday, October 16, 2010. Photo by Justin M. Bowen. Voting is a fundamental right of citizenship, not a privilege limited to those who own a car, live near a government office, or have the time and money to navigate bureaucratic hurdles. Nevada’s voter‑ID requirement undermines that principle by erecting another obstacle between eligible citizens and the ballot. While presenting an ID may seem straightforward for someone who already has one, obtaining that identification is far from simple for many Nevadans. The state’s expansive, largely rural geography means thousands reside considerable distances from a DMV or any office where ID can be issued. Reaching such a facility can demand hours of travel, lost wages, transportation costs, or reliance on others for assistance. Even residents of urban areas encounter substantial barriers; an older individual who no longer drives may have little incentive to acquire the ID the state now expects before they can vote. The issue is not whether obtaining an ID is theoretically possible. The question is whether citizens should be compelled to expend time, money, and effort merely to exercise a legal right. We would rightly oppose a law that forced people to travel hours or spend money just to exercise their freedom of speech or religion. Voting warrants the same protection. Read the full story at Las Vegas Sun →