Yes, this makes sense, and is a coherent case against Digital ID itself. Much more sensible than the article. But in interactions with the government -- e.g.,

Yes, this makes sense, and is a coherent case against Digital ID itself. Much more sensible than the article. But in interactions with the government -- e.g., traffic stops, government offices, perhaps voting -- the same method that's used to verify insurance should also suffice. Bars and stores that sell controlled substances can still insist on a physical ID. Just because there's a digital ID doesn't mean it has to be accepted everything a physical ID might be. It's still a huge convenience boost if it's only accepted during government interactions.