Several weeks ago, an employee of the VA took home electronic data and his home was burglarized. (wonderful) The data included names, social security #'s and dates of birth (Fantastic!) Today I got a letter from the VA stating the problem and what they are doing about it. (That's good) The letter warned us if we notice any "suspicious activity" to notify the Federal Trade Commission (Oh boy!) Sigh. Only if the employee just followed the "established policies"! Anyway, here's to my SS#, my full name floating around the country/world for anybody to use as they see fit. Geesh. Here...