National Identity Card
The New York Times this morning has a major story about the administration's push to take over the drivers' license programs in the individual states by mandating requirements that states obtain proof of residence and citizenship of applicants before issuing a license which in itself must meet new federal standards. Critics charge such federal mandates will cost the states more than $500 million, to say nothing of the intrusion into personal liberties. The resulting data base of the nation's drivers will be subject to theft of identities, social security numbers and other personal data. This is the first step to a national identify card, usually required by oppressive rulers and dictatorships. Is there anyone out there who thinks all of this will stop a dedicated terrorist from getting a driver's license?
We need some balance in the equation between national security and personal liberties, the latter being the cornerstone of our Republic.
#263 (05-24)
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