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Legislators Ponder BlackBerry Pileups

WSJdpatton writes to mention that legislators are taking a look at a new driving offense, DWT — Driving While Texting. Sparked by an increase in accidents related to the use of an electronic devices, this is just the latest in a string of "distracted driving" laws that are being entertained. "Some wireless industry supporters argue that statutes barring texting while driving are too specific. What is needed, they say, is not narrowly focused legislation, but a campaign to educate the public about all driver distractions. In Washington, D.C., an industry lobby group called CTIA -- The Wireless Association has begun tracking legislation, including Ms. McDonald's bill, and scratching out a strategy to counter it."

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  1. Easy solution by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 4, Funny

    Build a sensor into the airbag system that looks for wireless devices within 2 ft of the steering wheel.

    If found, do not activate airbag.

    Problem solved.

  2. Re:No new laws needed by lucabrasi999 · · Score: 4, Funny
    This morning I was stuck behind a vapid looking blond in a Mercedes...

    Great points throughout your entire post. So...was she hot?

  3. Re:No new laws needed by speculatrix · · Score: 4, Funny

    morning I was stuck behind a vapid looking blond in a Mercedes. She was driving erratically,

    happened to me too this morning, she swerved across my path, causing me to drop my shaver, doughnut and mobile phone, the latter fell into my coffee and spilled it!

  4. Re:No new laws needed by lucabrasi999 · · Score: 5, Funny
    Well, the experience itself was pleasant, but afterwards I felt kind of revolted and just wanted to get her out of my house as quickly as possible.

    First, after I've had sex with my wife, I feel revolted and I want her out of the house. But, then, I realize that whether I like it or not, she's getting at least 50%. So, I get over it and try to interact. Second, this experience should prove to you that even bad sex is pretty good.