The parent just explained why there is not much support from either the people or the politicians for a national ID in the US. Even if you don't agree with him,

The parent just explained why there is not much support from either the people or the politicians for a national ID in the US. Even if you don't agree with him, the assertion that "there is no reason US can't have a national ID card" is clearly false. Of course, an individual can obtain a passport if he wants, but that is only required to travel out of the country and only a small percentage of US citizens do that. P.S. if you don't drive, your state probably offers a state ID card equivalent to the driver license. It is generally cheaper to obtain and replace.