[chrisco255]

Because it's a red herring, feel good but not very logical argument meant to shut down discussion. Doesn't matter that you need an id to work, to fly, to buy cigarettes, etc. No one is arguing that the TSA is racist for requiring id to fly.

[kelseyfrog]

> No one is arguing that the TSA is racist for requiring id to fly.

That's because it's not based in reality.

https://papersplease.org/wp/2017/04/13/yes-you-can-fly-witho...

https://www.corporatetravelsafety.com/safety-tips/can-you-fl...

In fact, the TSA itself claims you can fly without ID https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification

[chrisco255]

> In the event you arrive at the airport without valid identification, because it is lost or at home, you may still be allowed to fly. The TSA officer may ask you to complete an identity verification process which includes collecting information such as your name, current address, and other personal information to confirm your identity. If your identity is confirmed, you will be allowed to enter the screening checkpoint. You will be subject to additional screening, to include a patdown and screening of carry-on property.

You will not be allowed to enter the security checkpoint if your identity cannot be confirmed, you choose to not provide proper identification or you decline to cooperate with the identity verification process.

^ From your TSA link above. You might possibly be able to fly if they can validate your identity by other means, which basically involves cross-referencing your existing identity documentation in their database. Otherwise, you can't fly.