From the Southeast Missourian:

As quick as a camera flash, Republican lawmakers have resurrected a plan to require photo identification for voters. They will press to pass it this week, lest their political opportunity to do so disappears.

With only five days remaining in the 2008 legislative session, Republicans who control the House, Senate and Governor’s Mansion have come to realize that this may be their last, best chance to enact certain parts of their agenda.

There is no guarantee Republicans will maintain their legislative majorities after the November elections. And there is even greater uncertainty about whether they can retain their grasp on the governor’s office.

Should Democrats prevail, the voter photo ID requirement most likely would be dead.

So don’t be surprised if Republicans take a do-or-die approach to enacting an election photo ID requirement before Friday’s mandatory 6 p.m. adjournment.

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