<< The worst rise to the top in government. Expect those on
top to misuse smart card info in every imaginable way against
their perceived enemies. A card without which you won't be
able to drive, fly, make purchases, etc etc etc.
>>
The government can already do such things to you. They can arrest you.
Presumably, such a card would only make it easier for them to do once an
arrest warrant is issued. And frankly, I think that overall that's a good and
not a bad thing.
Andrew