Classic Symbolism Over Substance

Queen Christine, governor/ruler of Washington state, signed a new bill into law yesterday that required individuals to prove residency before they could apply for a driver license, learner's permit or picture ID.

This is CLASSIC symbolism over substance. Sure, it tightens up our laws as far as getting a license a teeny-tiny bit, but it really doesn't deal with the real problem...illegal aliens getting licenses to help establish themselves in this country.

It only takes 30 days...that's right...just 30 days...to establish residency in this state. So, most illegals in this state are ALREADY ELIGIBLE to get a driver's license. They just need to provide a utility bill or some other proof that establishes that residency, and they get their license!

Once again, the lawmakers in this state prove they are a joke.

UPDATE: And in another story, Her Majesty also signed into law an oppressive, pro-union measure that would allow unions to spend nonmembers fees that the unions take by force and spend it on political causes NOT APPROVED by said nonmembers (which in every case the money goes to liberal groups and individuals, by the way). Once again, the leftist government in this state is pandering to their special interest groups at the expense of simple common sense.

Look at these ridiculous quotes from proponents:

This...

Rep. Joe McDermott, D-Seattle, and other sponsors insisted the bill wasn't related to the litigation and simply clarifies accounting rules.

...and this...

"This change in law provides clarity and should prevent future questions over interpretations of the proper use of agency shop fees," Gregoire said.

...and this...

Debra Carnes of the WEA hailed the new law.

"We think it's a good piece of legislation because it provides clarification that we haven't been able to get before now," she said. "We believe that now our members can move forward together to collectively speak out on issues that affect the profession."

"Clarification" What nonsense! This is pure tyranny against those who oppose the leftist agenda in this state.

I can't wait until the next election...

UPDATE: I just notice the Olympian's article title: Gregoire OKs union dues measure

Heck, even the TITLE is slanted!