Beware of Census 2010

Beware of Census 2010

Criminals in our midst…

Just think only 3 more years of Obama!

Oh did I mention Happy new year?

Happy New Year everyone!

by Jim Turner

Now that 2010 has finally reached us, so has the time for the wonderful U.S. census data gathering ploy. Luckily for us Americans this year will not only bring more honesty, I-I mean corruption from the occupants of the White House, but also the opportunity to feel firsthand the corruption stemming from the affiliates of Obama’s unknown appointed army of Census gathering workers.

Unknowns that were hired even though 36,000 of them had botched fingerprint checks and over 200 with possible violent criminal records.

A Senate Subcommittee hearing today revealed that nearly 36,000 Census Bureau employees were hired despite the fact that the fingerprint component of their criminal record checks was botched. Despite additional name checks recommended by the FBI, the GAO said that it was possible that more than 200 employees hired by the Census Bureau had criminal records, and were in contact with the public while canvassing for the ongoing 2010 census.

Unknowns from companies like ACRON, whose employees enjoy giving honest advice on illegal activities such as prostitution.

Unknowns that will help the Obama administration gather your personal information right at the door steps of your humble abode.

Unknowns that will afford us the opportunity of possibly being scammed, with the wonderful misfortune of having our identities possibly stolen..

What more could one ask for in this new year of 2010?  I personally cannot think of anything better, can you?

In addition, as if this wasn’t bad enough, we also need to be on the lookout for scam artist, as reported by the Better Business Bureau (BBB), who are looking to steal your identity in order to take you for a ride to a place you really do not want to go.

The point is, get prepared to be had if you do not keep on your toes from these unknowns that will be flooding your door steps like thieves in the night waiting to take advantage of their next misinformed victim.

Below is the report by the BBB; a worthwhile read with lots of good advice.

The BBB Reports

For years, Better Business Bureau has educated consumers about not giving out personal information over the telephone or to anyone who shows up at their front door. With the U.S. Census process beginning, BBB advises people to be cooperative, but cautious, so as not to become a victim of fraud or identity theft.

The first phase of the 2010 U.S. Census is under way as workers have begun verifying the addresses of households across the country. Eventually, more than 140,000 U.S. Census workers will count every person in the United States and will gather information about every person living at each address including name, age, gender, race and other relevant data.

“Most people are rightfully cautious and won’t give out personal information to unsolicited phone callers or visitors, however the Census is an exception to the rule,” said Steve Cox, BBB spokesperson. “Unfortunately, scammers know that the public is more willing to share personal data when taking part in the Census and they have an opportunity to ply their trade by posing as a government employee and soliciting sensitive financial information.”

The Census data will be used to allocate more than $300 billion in federal funds every year, as well as determine a State’s number of Congressional representatives. Households are actually required by law to respond to the Census Bureau’s request for information.

During the U.S. Census, households will be contacted by mail, telephone or visited by a U.S. Census worker who will inquire about the number of people living in the house. Unfortunately, people may also be contacted by scammers who are impersonating Census workers in order to gain access to sensitive financial information such as Social Security, bank account or credit card numbers. Law enforcement in several states have issued warnings that scammers are already posing as Census Bureau employees and knocking on doors asking for donations and Social Security numbers.

The big question is – how do you tell the difference between a U.S. Census worker and a con artist? BBB offers the following advice:

• If a U.S. Census worker knocks on your door, they will have a badge, a handheld device, a Census Bureau canvas bag and a confidentiality notice. Ask to see their identification and their badge before answering their questions. However, you should never invite anyone you don’t know into your home.

• Census workers are currently only knocking on doors to verify address information. Do not give your Social Security number, credit card or banking information to anyone, even if they claim they need it for the U.S. Census. While the Census Bureau might ask for basic financial information, such as a salary range, it will not ask for Social Security, bank account or credit card numbers nor will employees solicit donations.

• Eventually, Census workers may contact you by telephone, mail or in person at home. However, they will not contact you by e-mail, so be on the look out for e-mail scams impersonating the Census. Never click on a link or open any attachments in an e-mail that are supposedly from the U.S. Census Bureau.

For more advice on avoiding identity theft and fraud, visit www.bbb.org

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