What legitimate argument is there, really, against voter ID legislation?

SmooveB asked:


Especially in light of all the recent scandals and investigations involving voter registration. 99% of the people in this country already have photo ID’s, and use them to drive automobiles, cash checks, write checks, open cell phone accounts, buy alcohol and cigarettes, go to clubs, buy cars, rent apartments, etc.

It would almost seem that those arguing against photo ID’s are arguing against the “right” to commit election fraud.

I mean, wouldn’t you inconvenience yourself at least as much in a national election as you would to buy a pack of Newports?
There is an argument that poor/minority voters will be “disenfranchised”. Isn’t this a very good description of those members of our society who receive government assistance? Don’t they have to show ID to cash those checks?

HUGO