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Authors :: Derbyshire, John
Source :: National Review; 11/5/2001, Vol. 53 Issue 21, p29-30, 2p
Publication Year :: 2001
Abstract: This article discusses several issues related to national identity (ID) cards for United States citizens as an anti-terrorism measure. Information is presented on the support these IDs by Larry Ellison, CEO of Oracle Corp. and attorney Alan Dershowitz. Reasons are given as to why a national ID-card database may not be an efficient security measure, including possible infringements on personal freedom. There is a suggestion that a revised immigration policy and other measures may be more effective in preventing terrorism.