Cato Daily Podcast Best of Cato Daily Podcast: Real Problems for REAL ID
May 20, 2025
Delve into the complexities of the Real ID Act as the podcast examines the challenges and privacy concerns tied to its implementation. The discussion highlights public apprehensions regarding government intrusion and the obstacles Congress encounters in legislating effectively. Additionally, explore the resistance from states over financial implications and the broader implications of a national ID system on individual privacy and rights.
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Cost and Privacy Drive Resistance
- The primary reason states resist Real ID is the enormous costs imposed on states and individuals. - Privacy concerns due to nationwide accessible databases also drive opposition.
Due Process Concerns with Real ID
- Real ID raises serious due process concerns regarding automated, data-based decision-making. - The challenge of redress for citizens denied licenses is only beginning to be addressed.
Growing Privacy Concerns Publicly
- Public awareness of Real ID privacy issues is just starting to grow. - Citizens fear identity theft risks from large, centralized databases.