Reports
Trickle Down Economics
Via @ChrisCr711 How we are we are told it works vs. how it really works. Time to move on to a theory that actually works. Continue reading Trickle Down Economics
Just a murder-suicide in a small UCLA office. And so America shrugs
The call came from the UCLA campus just before 10 a.m. – someone had opened fire with a gun. “Active shooter,” and the warning went out for those on campus to shelter in place. … Continue reading Just a murder-suicide in a small UCLA office. And so America shrugs
Why a Brooklyn Judge Refused to Send a Drug Courier to Prison
A cutting-edge opinion cited the long-term consequences that convicted felons face after they’ve completed their sentences. It’s crazy how this country doesn’t support or help you after you’ve been through some trouble. … Continue reading Why a Brooklyn Judge Refused to Send a Drug Courier to Prison
Security researchers stop disclosing vulnerabilities after FBI raid on fellow researcher
What happens when the FBI raids a security researcher? Security researchers stop helping companies fix flaws in their systems. This chilling effect on security researchers was one consequential response over the past … Continue reading Security researchers stop disclosing vulnerabilities after FBI raid on fellow researcher
Vintage Innovation
In 1959, the Chrysler Corporation had things figured out. For people too lazy to accomplish the mammoth task of turning their body slightly when exiting a vehicle, they offered something new; Swivel Seats. Of course, … Continue reading Vintage Innovation
Iceland proves the nation state is alive and well
On May 27, 2016, Statistics Iceland (the national statistical agency) released the news – Iceland economy to grow by 4.3% in 2016. The nation is enjoying strong household consumption and investment growth … Continue reading Iceland proves the nation state is alive and well
The MPAA lobbyist who wrote SOPA will help draft the Democratic Party platform
The MPAA lobbyist who wrote SOPA will help draft the Democratic Party platform Great, SOPA was one of the worst pieces of legislation ever proposed. Good choice for the Democrats. Not. Source: … Continue reading The MPAA lobbyist who wrote SOPA will help draft the Democratic Party platform
City of Sugar Land criticized for newly erected statue
Sugar Land recently installed two bronze sculptures in the Town Square’s public plaza, but instead of enjoying them, people are criticizing the city. Hah! Instead of complaining about something important, people are … Continue reading City of Sugar Land criticized for newly erected statue
Ann Coulter Calls Asian Americans “Mandarins” — and Insists It’s the Correct Term
In a bill signed into law this week by President Obama I most definitely agree with the author Jenn Fang. Why does Ann Coulter keep getting invited onto these shows? Why does … Continue reading Ann Coulter Calls Asian Americans “Mandarins” — and Insists It’s the Correct Term
You’re witnessing the death of neoliberalism – from within
IMF economists have published a remarkable paper admitting that the ideology was oversold The very headline delivers a jolt. For so long mainstream economists and policymakers have denied the very existence of … Continue reading You’re witnessing the death of neoliberalism – from within
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