Way back when in February, Rep. Saccone succeeded in getting HR 535 passed unanimously by hiding it among other “noncontroversial” resolutions. However, when people actually read it, something that seems rather beyond many Pennsylvanian legislators, they discovered it wasn’t so “noncontroversial” at all. Among Mr. Saccone’s claims that are outright lies: “WHEREAS, The Bible, the … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – HR 535 lawsuit, dismissed but resolution rebuked
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Not Polite Dinner Conversation – Free Speech and the forum troll
The internet forum is an unusual environment. There are forums for just about any subject under the sun, all built on people discussing those things, disagreeing and agreeing, sharing information and ideas. All of this is without any of the usual social cues we humans have evolved to use, facial expressions, tones of voice, etc. … Continue reading Not Polite Dinner Conversation – Free Speech and the forum troll
Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Pennsylvania politicians at it again
Well, this week we have a twofer. We have Patrick Toomey, a US senator from PA, unable to stand his own additions to the veteran's jobs bill, was evidently forced to oppose everything that Pat Toomey stands for. Or he was voting against veterans? Which was it Pat? Can't be seen helping some of those folks … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Pennsylvania politicians at it again
What the Boss Likes – Hard Magic by Larry Correia, and some political caveats about the writer
First off, I’ve just finished “Hard Magic” by Larry Correia. It’s very good, excellent dieselpunk with magic. I kinda wish it wasn’t. (BTW, I've tried to make sure that there are no spoilers about the book in this post. But as always, read at your own risk.) Why does it seem that so many people who … Continue reading What the Boss Likes – Hard Magic by Larry Correia, and some political caveats about the writer
What the Boss Likes – PA State Atheist/Humanist Conference, Harrisburg Crowne Plaza, September 28-20, 2012
A bit on the side of short notice, I’ve just discovered that the local atheist and free-thought groups in Pennsylvania are having a conference here in the state’s capitol the end of September this year. They have an excellent list of speakers. I’m not a member of any of the local groups, not being that … Continue reading What the Boss Likes – PA State Atheist/Humanist Conference, Harrisburg Crowne Plaza, September 28-20, 2012
What the Boss Likes – New Frontiers
Curiosity has landed! And another step on the “new frontier” has been taken. WOOT! We’re also still taking steps on the new frontier that John Kennedy spoke of back in July 1960. Why is this on my mind? I watched “Justice League: New Frontier” yesterday. It starts with the paranoia of the 50s and ends … Continue reading What the Boss Likes – New Frontiers
Not so Polite Dinner Conversation – Tell them when they are wrong because they vote
If they can vote then they need to know the facts. As many people do, I got a forwarded email from an older relative. This wasn’t my “Uncle Jim” of recent internet meme, but from "Aunt Jane". This particular email was promulgating various lies and half-truths about how horrible stamps mentioning the Muslim holiday of Eid … Continue reading Not so Polite Dinner Conversation – Tell them when they are wrong because they vote
Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Critical thinking, the lack of it and the usual result on the theistic mind
I’ll admit it was nice when I still was sure that some magical being that is omnipotent and omniscient agrees with whatever you decide it does. You can claim anything for this god and be sure that it has your back. If something happens that wasn’t what you wanted, you just convince yourself that this … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Critical thinking, the lack of it and the usual result on the theistic mind
What the Boss Likes – SCOTUS decision on health care
Oh my, what *will* the GOP/TP do when Chief Justice John Roberts wrote the majority opinion and didn't obey their will? He was joined by Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Stephen Breyer, Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Elena Kagan. Thank you all for doing what's right for the country. Unsuprisingly, Justices Anthony Kennedy, Samuel Alito, Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas were … Continue reading What the Boss Likes – SCOTUS decision on health care
What the Boss likes – George Takei, Kraft and General Mills
Many years ago, I had the great pleasure and honor to meet and have dinner with George Takei. This was at college when I was helping pick speakers to come in. He had been at my college before, back when I was then in junior high and since I got the chance, and me being … Continue reading What the Boss likes – George Takei, Kraft and General Mills
Club Schadenfreude 