I understand that you don't. But some of us do not mind these things and/or want them. Perhaps there is a compromise: an optional global ID if you opt in to the system?

All of the forums I've used didn't focus on a single topic or subject. It was usually made up of people sharing a general interest, but there were always boards within each forum for either general discussion or more focused discussion on a particular topic like movies, games, art, philosophy, etc

He constantly has a secret service detail. He isn't a flight risk because he can't even try without being noticed.

I suppose he could run into his private jet and take off before they catch him, but I just can't see the man running very far or fast