Yes, we need a valid way to verify voting eligibility.

But the Conservative approach seems more of a way to discourage minorities and the elderly from voting rather than verifying eligibility.

Perry blocks veterans from voting.

and Look at this article on Newt:
Newt Gingrich and the National ID card | RedState

So, what do the conservatives really want to accomplish???

Block segments of the population

OR

Verify eligibility of all voters.