The most frequently asked question regarding REAL ID is this:
What can I do if I’ve already obtained one?
Fortunately, there are still actionable steps you can take to minimize its use and reduce your participation in expanded surveillance protocols. REAL ID is part of a broader framework that increases federal oversight under the guise of national security. While marketed as a tool for convenience and safety, it effectively enables deeper tracking of citizen movement.
If you’ve already been issued a REAL ID, consider the following:
Request a standard state-issued license if your DMV still offers one.
Use alternative documents (such as a passport) for air travel and other forms of identification.
Stay informed about state-level opt-outs and legal pathways for reducing digital tracking tied to identification.
Share this with anyone who has received a REAL ID. Public awareness and collective refusal send a strong signal:
We value personal sovereignty and do not consent to increased surveillance under the guise of security.
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