Christmas’s True Meaning Part 2: Kevin McCallister
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Ronald Reagan sternly warned that “Freedom is a generation away from freedom”. He may have foreseen the corruption and coercion brought about by the New World Order.
In parts of the world, many are unraveling digital ID. This new form of ID has everything from a driver’s license, a passport, and even payment methods all in one. Another element to it is a connection to socials. Now, the government is looking for ways to deny one citizen from buying food, traveling, and other daily necessities.
So far, we are seeing the early stages as we add our payments, tickets for sports, insurance cards, and even a driver’s license or passport to our phones as a convenience, so it can be a backup when something is forgotten or lost. Some of it got off the ground running when COVID came to the scene in 2020.
The question to raise and ask: Is it worth it? The short answer is no. As one writer for The Catholic Herald wrote, “Firstly, digital ID is a recipe for an unprecedented level of centralized control, abolishing some basic rights and changing the relationship between the citizen and the state.” Here are three main concerns regarding Digital ID.
Privacy Risks
Digital ID can track everything that you do. Without your consent, corporations and even the government are monitoring every move you make. Think of the chorus of “Every Breath You Take,” and they will be watching you.
Data Security and Identity Theft
Hackers will declare open season on everyone who embraces Digital ID. It’s one thing to be hacked from an insecure site or even a fake account.
Digital Divide
Some are beginning to ditch their smartphones. While it is good to see a trend in the direction of old-fashioned phones, the advent of Digital ID can marginalize those people who don’t depend on technological systems that continue to evolve.
A website can also lay out the other dangers of Digital ID here. This video goes into more detail about the risks of Digital ID
Now, to everything, there is always a danger. Surprisingly, ACLU is sounding the alarm on the potential harm and confusion the Digital ID will bring in this interview. So far, the United States is exploring pilot programs.
In conclusion, Digital ID poses great risks. It's not worth it. People in their right minds must resist this guise of control and coercion.
Catholic Millennial. I hail from Philadelphia, PA. 4th-degree member of the Knights of Columbus. I enjoy writing, traveling, ballroom dancing, meeting new people, having deep conversations over a cold beer or wine (sometimes champagne), and petting adorable dogs that come right past me.
I hope to convey more messages from our culture with a twist of faith.
Some of my writings will range from pro-life (yes, men can have a say in the abortion issue, Karen), pop culture, history, and just some spontaneous reflections without warning
