[Republican Red]

I know I shouldn't like this idea but, my purse with id, credit cards and checkbook were stolen a few weeks ago. I found out hours later only because American Express called to tell me someone was using my card at a Texaco to buy beer.

In the hours that the stolen stuff went undetected the thieves ran up huge bills all around town. Although they also had my driver's license, it is doubtful that they look like a red-headed, 40 something, suburban mom. When the Texaco asked for id for the beer they ran. No other store clerks questioned the thieves.

If stores are not going to go through due diligence in checking validity of credit cards this finger print system sounds okay to me. Maybe in a few weeks after the headaches of closing credit cards, changing bank accounts, stopping automated debits, getting new id etc. I'll change my opinion.

I do know that I am for the death penalty for purse thieves.

[goodnesswins]

Sheesh....Home Depot CARDS me ALL the time......for trying to charge things. I have to show my drivers license....and I'm a white, middle aged woman....if fingerprints could make it safer to fly, NOW that MIGHT be an idea.....

[Reeses]

my purse with id, credit cards and checkbook were stolen a few weeks ago

Yes, but all these things can be replaced. Once your fingerprint is stolen, you can't get a new one. You don't smudge your credit card number on everything you touch like your fingerprint, making it harder to steal.

Don't put it past drug addicts to cut off your finger for a few bucks. Biometric security is not a good idea.

[maine-iac7]

I stopped carrying a purse years ago - it dawned on that men get along very well without carrying purses. So why not women...

I keep a small wallet with all I need - we really don't' need half our belongings with us everywhere we go, girls!

I keep it safe in a snapped pocket - some shirts/jackets with inside pockets.

This also keep me from laying my 'purse' down where it can get snatched or forgotten...