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    by Tara Rijon

    The Real ID Act was passed by congress in 2005 by way of attaching it to as a rider on a bill for military spending. (Sound sneaky)? The official' purpose of the ID (per Section 201(3) of the Act) is to "access Federal fac...read more

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    by Mary Gindling

    What is easier for a government to control than citizens whose every move can be tracked and analyzed? If a population's moves can be restricted, then any restive or potentially dangerous elements can be tracked and subdu...read more

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    by TJR

    "May I see your papers please?" REAL ID, is what its name is. Many people oppose this legislation. What REAL ID amounts to is a government issued document that verifies who you are. Many believe that it is evil, and even...read more

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    by Perry Cox

    So, what do you have in your purse/wallet? I have a photo driving license, credit card, bank card, gym membership and a million high street loyalty cards I never remember to use! In my drawer at home I also have my pass...read more

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    by Ava Callahan

    As an American, I had always thought that the issue of compulsory ID was a no-brains discussion. After all, who would want a license to exist? Then I moved to Israel. There, ID is compulsory. I tried to remain stro...read more

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    by Richie Caldicott

    I get the distinct impression that the articles written in this thread are referring to the idea of compulsory identification cards in the United States as opposed to any other country. I live in the United Kingdom and so ...read more

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