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We have a lot of people out there that are too lazy to get up ... and get the ID they need. ... The state can’t fix that.

Pennsylvania state Rep. Daryl Metcalfe, who sponsored the state's voter ID law. Critics argue the law would suppress turnout among poor, elderly and minority voters who are less likely to own a photo ID.

Pennsylvania state Rep. Daryl Metcalfe, who sponsored the state's voter ID law. Critics argue the law would suppress turnout among poor, elderly and minority voters who are less likely to own a photo ID.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.
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