Grandma's House

If you are a veteran who served and/or was discharged since 1976, or you know one, check out this story. A doofus who worked at the Veterans Administration took home some computer disks which contained names, Social Security numbers, and dates of birth of 26.5 million veterans. Said doofus was robbed, and said disks were stolen. Doofus is now on leave pending an investigation. And here's what the Veterans Affairs Secretary, Jim Nicholson, had to say:

...there was no evidence so far that the burglars who struck the employee's home have used the personal data -- or even know they have it.

Well, if they didn't know, they do now. Another doofus. It's no wonder the VA is having problems taking care of their charges. All I know is it ran a lot smoother when I worked there. I guess they miss me? NOT!! Anyway, if you are one of the veterans who could have been compromised, there is a phone number in the article you can call. And for pity's sake, keep an eye on your credit report.