Anti-terrorism

[jahcs]

Sir_Die_alot Posted on Jan 8 2004, 08:54 AM
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Give me a f-ing break. I had to stick my thumb on a pad and get my photo taken for my drivers licence. This is nazism to you? Perhaps you should review your history. 

Agreed. The system outlined in the article, photos, and electroinc finger printing, is not an invasive backround check. It is a more efficient entry tracking system that checks people against lists of known and suspected felons and terrorists. Before Sept 11 I saw more security at most concerts than at the airport. Americans were living in a dream world. Especially when we fly, our safety depends on the intent of those around us. A few simple precautions can greatly increase the safety of those on board and on the ground.

As a visitor in another country I would have no problem providing a fingerprint and photo upon entry. I am a guest.

I do not approve of the double standard regarding the origin of the visitors to the use of the system. Expanding it to include all international travelers I view as a sensible precaution that may help to prevent international "incidents" such as this. I might compare it to making people from Rhode Island and Kansas exempt from walking through the airport metal detectors while everyone else has to stand in line.