What are the benefits and drawbacks of a mandatory National Identity Card? Specifically address whether the card will be effective in increasing the security of the U.S. or will it infringe on civil liberties.

HSM 305 Survey of Homeland Security & Emergency Management

Ashford – March 2016

Week 2 Discussion 1 – The Balance of Civil Liberties and Domestic Security

Are civil liberties and homeland security opposing concepts in the United States?

Do you need to trade one for the other in a zero sum game?

Week 2 Discussion 2 – The National Identification Card

What are the benefits and drawbacks of a mandatory National Identity Card? Specifically address whether the card will be effective in increasing the security of the U.S. or will it infringe on civil liberties.