Publisher’s Note…

If you don’t believe what you read below, go to http://Thomas.loc.gov (Don’t put www in front of the http://). In the “Search Bill Text 109th Congress (2005-2006)” box, type in HR 1268; click on “Enter Bill Number”, and then hit the “Search” button. This will take you to a page that lists 6 versions of HR 1268. At the bottom of the list of versions, click on the hotlink version marked [H.R. 1268 ENR]. When you get that screen, page down to “TITLE II – Improved Security for Drivers’ Licenses and Personal Identification Cards.” Click on that link and it will take you to the full text of the Real ID law. Read it and weep!  
    On Wednesday, May 11, 2005, America grew nearer to becoming a true police state when President Bush signed HR 1268 (The Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense, the Global War on Terror, and Tsunami Relief, 2005 Bill with the Real ID Act tucked neatly inside in bill) making it Public Law No: 109-13. And guess what? Your U.S. Senators voted -- unanimously, with no discussion -- to create a national ID card.
    The Real ID Act blackmails state governments into turning their drivers’ licenses into a draconian tool of the federal homeland security apparatus. If states refuse, their citizens lose such ‘privileges’ as being allowed to board an airplane, enter a federal building, or apply for Social Security.

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