Far back, in the mists of ancient time, there existed a technology for sharing one’s thoughts, musings, memes, and other nonsense. You may have heard of it, if you’re over 40. The web log, or blog. The [more...]
FCC Chairman Michael Powell called Tuesday’s decision “an important step toward preserving the viability of free over-the-air television.” Commissioner Kathleen Abernathy said that “by protecting [more...]
Here’s a clear example of why Proposition 13 is broken: The annual property tax on this 9,500 sq ft mansion in San Francisco’s tony Pacific Heights is THE SAME as what I pay on my 830 sq ft bungalow in San [more...]
“…there’s a real strategy here. One is suppression, the other is frustration of minority voters. Not just stopping them from voting, discourage them because it’s so hard to do. In states like [more...]
