# Olive Garden ID vs Voting Rights | Birmingham News

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Podcast: [Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/birmingham-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7604728)
Published: 2026-07-18T06:36:22+00:00
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A White House spokeswoman sparked outrage by likening election security to Olive Garden’s “Never-Ending Pasta Pass,” arguing that ID checks for a buffet prove stricter standards than Democrats’ proposed voting rules. Critics swiftly dismantled the analogy, stressing that voting is a constitutional right while dining perks are not—and that the SAVE America Act’s ID requirements could disenfranchise voters. Legal experts and activists mocked the comparison, noting that enforcing such IDs could cripple businesses, while opponents argue the real issue is whether voter ID laws truly enhance security without unfairly restricting access. The debate now centers on whether these measures protect elections—or undermine democracy. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/15cc2148c0e3b97c

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