President. voter registration laws began to appear in the statutes of the various States during the latter part of the 19th century. they had quick impact. Up to that time. Americans had a relatively admirable record of participation in the Nations electoral process. twice exceeding an 80 percent turnout. Since 1900. we have not seen 70 percent. Last year we barely saw a 50percent turnout. Voter registration. I believe our history will show. came into being concurrent with a heavy influx of immigrants. especially immigrants from Eastern Europe. Voter registration laws were undoubtedly well meant. They were meant to insure honesty in our elections. for instance.
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