“>> scoffing ... to show his birth certificate
Imagine “scoffing” at the DMV or DoS agent when applying for your license or passport”
When I changed residence from Texas to Georgia, I had my birth certificate, #1 marriage certificate, divorce decree, and #2 marriage certiciate. I was warned that when I had my license renewed I would need a certified divorce decree. I was forced to document EVERY surname change.
I have ABSOLUTELY NO SYMPATHY for Obama
AND I now understand and am sympathetic if a female would NOT want to change her surname. All my hubby needed was his birth certificate.
>> I was forced to document EVERY surname change.
At least you have good reason to ‘scoff’.