The National ID System and the Left Wing Agenda

The National ID System and the Left Wing Agenda

The current COVID19 crisis mulled the importance of having a National ID system. It could have been a game changer in the  Government's relief operations and social amelioration program.

Neighboring countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore have had one in place for a long time now, which is not just used for their identification but also for keeping track of their a citizen’s information deemed as necessary.

For the longest time, left-leaning lawmakers of the Makabayan bloc have been opposing the passage of a national identification system. According to them it would pose threats to the country’s security and infringe on people’s privacy rights.

However, having a National ID system in this time and age is more than necessary. The current disorder and delay of providing relief to the people is a case in point.

The following are some of the benefits of a national ID system:

The main goal of this ID system is to streamline transactions, lower the cost of government-related ID application, and ease and convenience for all transactions. How does it work?

1. Streamlined information

With a single ID for everything, all the information about a citizen are associated to his or her national ID number or CRN. From the basic personal information like birthday, address, phone number to your driving records, criminal records, and loans, a national ID system will provide access to these information to relevant agencies authorized by the person. This will not only streamline information, but also transactions be it with the government or private organizations.

2. No need for other “valid IDs”

Currently, we have separate IDs for SSS, Philhealth, Pag-ibig, and even for our tax and voter registration. While it makes sense to have a separate ID for each because they are after all different agencies of the government, it would be practical and more efficient if they’re all associated to a single ID.

Once a national ID system is in place, government and private agencies will no longer need other IDs to verify a person’s identity. Verification can already be done easily through the automated system. From airports to banks, there’s no need for you to stress about bringing a number of valid IDs just to get your transactions going (which is a typical scenario in the country).

3. Faster ID verification

The provision will guarantee a fool-proof and highly secured process. Your trip to SSS, Philhealth, Pag-ibig, or whatever government agency will be less of a hassle once the national ID system is in place.