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Indiana State Police won’t give up stingray records due to “terrorism” risk

By Charles | September 2, 2015

“The FBI can write these all they want, but there’s no enforcement mechanism.” Source: Indiana State Police won’t give up stingray records due to “terrorism” risk Continue reading Indiana State Police won’t give up stingray records due to “terrorism” risk

Watch Donald Trump say China… over and over and over….

By Charles | August 31, 2015

Well, 234 times to be exact. If you are wondering what Trump would focus on as president, this video might give you a clue. Source: Watch Donald Trump say China… over and … Continue reading Watch Donald Trump say China… over and over and over….

Why we must be allowed to publish security flaws without being sued

By Charles | August 31, 2015

Two academics have been given permission to publish their security research which reveals vulnerabilities in a wireless car locking system. But it was two years after they discovered it! Source: Why we … Continue reading Why we must be allowed to publish security flaws without being sued

Every TV news report on the economy in one

By Charles | August 30, 2015

Charlie Brooker’s Weekly Wipe: Every TV news report on the economy in one, courtesy of generic reporter Emily Surname Continue reading Every TV news report on the economy in one

Kansas statistician suing the state to obtain election records, says voting results don’t add up – KSHB

By Charles | August 30, 2015

This week, Secretary of State Kris Kobach asked a judge to block that request. Source: Kansas statistician suing the state to obtain election records, says voting results don’t add up – + … Continue reading Kansas statistician suing the state to obtain election records, says voting results don’t add up – KSHB

Corruption in America

By Charles | August 30, 2015

This is a campaign by represent.us. Looks like a noble cause. Seems like it may take a long time to accomplish, but at least someone’s taking the step. In favor or not? … Continue reading Corruption in America

If Gov’t Balances its Budget…

By Charles | August 27, 2015

Nice tweet by Stephanie Kelton, the Chief Economist, U.S. Senate Budget Committee, and a quick reminder for you all. If the Government balances its budget, you can say goodbye to the private sector’s … Continue reading If Gov’t Balances its Budget…

Exactly What Kind Of Socialist Is Bernie Sanders? : It’s All Politics : NPR

By Charles | August 27, 2015

Socialists are a rare breed of political animal in this country. There’s just one in Congress — Vermont senator and presidential candidate Bernie Sanders. Source: Exactly What Kind Of Socialist Is Bernie … Continue reading Exactly What Kind Of Socialist Is Bernie Sanders? : It’s All Politics : NPR

Hong Kong student leader Joshua Wong charged over protests

By Charles | August 27, 2015

Remember this kid from last year who sparked some demonstrations last year calling for continuing democratic elections? Now he’s facing jail time. These are the countries we do business with in the … Continue reading Hong Kong student leader Joshua Wong charged over protests

Michael Hudson on China and our Financial Economy

By Charles | August 26, 2015

In a healthy economy, there is a symbiotic relationship between companies and people. People want to buy product, and companies make the product that the people want to buy. The companies hire … Continue reading Michael Hudson on China and our Financial Economy

Police brutality in the US should come as no surprise | The Guardian

By Charles | August 26, 2015

Bryan Stevenson argues that young black men are still presumed guilty and dangerous by many Americans, and only transitional justice can begin to heal America’s racial wounds Continue reading Police brutality in the US should come as no surprise | The Guardian

The future of policing uses technology against you

By Charles | August 25, 2015

Maybe that “self driving car” isn’t such a great idea after all! Source: The future of policing uses technology against you Continue reading The future of policing uses technology against you