In the spirit of former U.S. Rep. Artur Davis, Rhode Island State Senator Metts, who happens to be a Black American, speaks from the heart of the disenfranchishment caused by vote stealing and the need for photo voter identification.

For those still questioning my motivation and loyalty, I sponsored the Voter I.D. legislation in the Senate on behalf of Black and Latino constituents concerned about voter fraud. They want the integrity of the system to be above reproach, and so do I.

For decades many of us have heard complaints about voter fraud. My State Representative, Anastasia Williams, and her daughter, whom I represent in the Senate, had their vote stolen one election.  There have been numerous anecdotal complaints that have spanned the last two decades that have been ignored.  My question is, why are some so willing to sacrifice the voter integrity of our system on the altar of fear, while only being concerned about what may potentially happen?

and concludes:  For me it is not about red or blue states, or who is on the right or who is on the left.   It’s about doing the right thing!  I would unashamedly and unabashedly take the same action, knowing that God knows my heart and my efforts on behalf of my constituents.  It’s time to stop crying wolf and make the voter I.D. law work for those on both sides of this issue who want to insure the integrity of the system, while guarding against disenfranchisement. This is the goal that we all should have and now the challenge is to move beyond talk and take action.