Just say NO to the Real ID Act
I’m usually no much for politics, but…
The asshats in Washington are in the process of passing the REAL ID act - basically a national ID card that will include an RFID chip full of your personal data. This card would be required to get a bank account, board a plane, or take advantage of governement programs. What it would REALLY be is a great way for the Gov’t to keep track of your every move, collect lots of juicy data about individuals, and generally erode your right to privacy.
It’s already passed the House and the Senate is due to vote this Tuesday - even though there has been NO debate & this bill has been tacked on another, totally unrelated bill.
Not sure what any of us peasants..err Americans…can do about it at this poin, but an e-mail or fax to your senator couldn’t hurt. I sent one through this site: UnRealID.com.
May 9th, 2005 at 3:24 pm
DAMN DUDE! Starting to look like the old Pablito’s Casa. I must admit it is much harder to be all political when you are un-employed and trying very hard to find work. But this one is VERY SERIOUS! But the Senate is in the Bush and they couldn’t tell you what a real American looks like any more!
May 12th, 2005 at 8:15 pm
Fuckers passed it - 100 to Zero. With no debate or discussion. The blind leading the apathetic…
Here’s a good atricle about the repercussions of this act: Schneier on Security
May 16th, 2005 at 4:55 pm
The republic is on autopilot.