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America Keeps Rejecting an ID Card It Already Has

Why it was recommended

this is the most enjoyable explanation for it I've seen, by CGP Grey

Strong recommendationbmelton · Original

What it covers

CGP Grey explains the history of the US Social Security card and number, and why they became a de facto national ID despite never being meant for it. He also covers why. It is for a general viewer who does not plan to take a prerequisite first.

Video details

Channel
CGP Grey
Length
7 min 49 sec
Year
2017
Open on YouTube

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