[ale] [OT] SSN use, was: restricting web input

[hscast at charter.net (Scott Castaline)]

Richard Bronosky wrote:
> On Wed, May 6, 2009 at 11:38 AM, Geoffrey <lists at serioustechnology.com> wrote:
>> Jeff Lightner wrote:
>> First three of your SSN are regionally assigned, so that's not to
>> random. Last three would be a better choice.  Then again, I'm completely
>> against using any portion of the SSN for anything..
> 
> I have long held that the quickest solution to the [current] identity
> theft problem in the US would be to convert all vehicle license plates
> to be the owner's SSN. Your SSN is no longer the keys to your
> identity.
> 
Speaking of improper use of SSN, I find it interesting that the Gov't 
pushed Insurance Company's to change the use of SSNs for Member IDs on 
the cards they issue, uses SSNs for Medicare ID cards. I just recently 
got SSI Disability which gives me Medicare Part A, I was kind of 
surprised that when I received my Part A card there was my SSN.