Re:An Informed Congress
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Once upon a time I read about a 'corruption index' of developed nations. I think it was a Robert Anton Wilson book.
As I recall, the U.S. ranked somewhere near the bottom of the chart. 17th, I think. We were ranked below some seriously fucked up nations. If anyone has a copy of 'Everythink Is Under Control' by R.A. Wilson, I think the chart is in there.
They've actually been talking about this for years. Last year, I was at a 'hackers and law' conference at our local law school, and 2 CdC members were there (oxblood, and BroncBuster). They were debating with a local FBI agent, and they ended up actually discussing this project back then. I think the idea is great! I just wish that they had 'sourceforge'd' it so others can help! Maybe they will do that at defcon...
I have mixed opinions on this matter. UC schools are excellent institutions, and I'd hate to see their reputations harmed by allowing MORE idiots into the system. There is really no telling whether or not this will happen as a result of abolishing SAT's, but it could. I also think that this might be a good first step. Standardization, and examinations are far overrated in my opinion. Einstein flunked physics, and went on to make some of the most insightful discoveries of his generation. Reliance on tests has created hordes of excellent test-takers, but does this test taking skill really transfer over that well into the real world? I don't know, and if anyone does I'd appreciate some feedback.
Actually, 'further' was painted on the bus for the majority of its travels. The changed it to 'furthur' in an attempt to go undercover as they crossed the border into mexico!
I recently found myself in a drug testing nightmare. I was required by the terms of employment to take one, but nobody else in the company was required to take one. What do ya think about that?
This type of shit is really starting to piss me off. These corporate bastards keep treating the net like a lawyers playground. As more and more money gets pumped into this 'commercial' we call the web($500*10^6 this year), the worse it is going to get. We need something new, and something built on the hacker ethic. broadband packet radio anyone?
And soon the _mega_monopolies will control every aspect of our lives. AOL will provide me with all of my life needs just based on their fantastic profile developed in cooperation with all your favorite corporations. yippee...
What is happening with the Hurd? Can we expect anything soon? Is LISP the _only_ programming language worthy of us? Do you find yourself doing any coding nowadays or mostly just FSF ambassador?
I agree. I really do believe that a revolution is underfoot. Not just on internet grounds but everywhere. The powers that be are endlessly attempting to control us. The things we say, think, and do all go through systematic checks. This is what I believe political correctness is.
I have no doubt that the net will be the next to be regulated. The government is scared shitless about the 'free_flow' of information. They have to choose sneaky ways to legislate our freedoms away, because remember we are the "land of the free". If they were open about it we'd be as openly fascistic as China. I think that they actually believe American's still believe they live in a democracy. ya right. The fortunate thing for us is that we're the ones who have the power. Just like Neal Stephenson talks about the Morlocks and the Eloi, we are the elite class who understands the technology. Don't forget politicians are usually business majors or lawyers. They have NO CLUE about these things we hold so dear. They can make laws until the cows come home, but they can't prevent _us_ from always being one step ahead of those laws. At least I hope not.
Does anybody actually think that MS is going to have to really shake up the company or open source the code (Ya right!)? This is the US Government that we are dealing with here, they might just be the only group of people sleazier than Microsoft. Realistically they are after the one thing that matters....Thats right, $MONEY$. Microsoft will probably get fined, and have their feathers rustled (for TV/media purposes),but the one thing that will likely change will be that MS will now have to have gobs of lobbyists staked out in DC forking over gobs of money to corrupt politicians. MS will continue producing inferior software, the Gov't will continue being sleazy, and we'll beat Mircrosoft with the one thing that matters... quality.
This is officially the beginning of the revolution. Doesn't it seem like we found a killer app in distributed file sharing? now for Freenet to come and finish the job. woohoo. This is gonna be fun.
don't you guys know anything? aleister crowleys great grandson is the head of JPL. If that's not a clear indictment of evil intentions, I don't know what is.;-)
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Once upon a time I read about a 'corruption index' of developed nations. I think it was a Robert Anton Wilson book. As I recall, the U.S. ranked somewhere near the bottom of the chart. 17th, I think. We were ranked below some seriously fucked up nations. If anyone has a copy of 'Everythink Is Under Control' by R.A. Wilson, I think the chart is in there.
Bastard! I hate tourists! ;-)
They've actually been talking about this for years. Last year, I was at a 'hackers and law' conference at our local law school, and 2 CdC members were there (oxblood, and BroncBuster). They were debating with a local FBI agent, and they ended up actually discussing this project back then. I think the idea is great! I just wish that they had 'sourceforge'd' it so others can help! Maybe they will do that at defcon...
I have mixed opinions on this matter. UC schools are excellent institutions, and I'd hate to see their reputations harmed by allowing MORE idiots into the system. There is really no telling whether or not this will happen as a result of abolishing SAT's, but it could. I also think that this might be a good first step. Standardization, and examinations are far overrated in my opinion. Einstein flunked physics, and went on to make some of the most insightful discoveries of his generation. Reliance on tests has created hordes of excellent test-takers, but does this test taking skill really transfer over that well into the real world? I don't know, and if anyone does I'd appreciate some feedback.
Actually, 'further' was painted on the bus for the majority of its travels. The changed it to 'furthur' in an attempt to go undercover as they crossed the border into mexico!
well they're both scum bags...does this really surprise anyone?
I _believe_ Discoridanism is the true faith. hehehe
I recently found myself in a drug testing nightmare. I was required by the terms of employment to take one, but nobody else in the company was required to take one. What do ya think about that?
This type of shit is really starting to piss me off. These corporate bastards keep treating the net like a lawyers playground. As more and more money gets pumped into this 'commercial' we call the web($500*10^6 this year), the worse it is going to get. We need something new, and something built on the hacker ethic. broadband packet radio anyone?
Really appreciate this. While none of my comments were being used I really do appreciate seeing some integrity amongst you guys. thanks.
And soon the _mega_monopolies will control every aspect of our lives. AOL will provide me with all of my life needs just based on their fantastic profile developed in cooperation with all your favorite corporations. yippee...
What is happening with the Hurd? Can we expect anything soon? Is LISP the _only_ programming language worthy of us? Do you find yourself doing any coding nowadays or mostly just FSF ambassador?
I have no doubt that the net will be the next to be regulated. The government is scared shitless about the 'free_flow' of information. They have to choose sneaky ways to legislate our freedoms away, because remember we are the "land of the free". If they were open about it we'd be as openly fascistic as China. I think that they actually believe American's still believe they live in a democracy. ya right. The fortunate thing for us is that we're the ones who have the power. Just like Neal Stephenson talks about the Morlocks and the Eloi, we are the elite class who understands the technology. Don't forget politicians are usually business majors or lawyers. They have NO CLUE about these things we hold so dear. They can make laws until the cows come home, but they can't prevent _us_ from always being one step ahead of those laws. At least I hope not.
Does anybody actually think that MS is going to have to really shake up the company or open source the code (Ya right!)? This is the US Government that we are dealing with here, they might just be the only group of people sleazier than Microsoft. Realistically they are after the one thing that matters....Thats right, $MONEY$. Microsoft will probably get fined, and have their feathers rustled (for TV/media purposes) ,but the one thing that will likely change will be that MS will now have to have gobs of lobbyists staked out in DC forking over gobs of money to corrupt politicians. MS will continue producing inferior software, the Gov't will continue being sleazy, and we'll beat Mircrosoft with the one thing that matters... quality.
This is officially the beginning of the revolution. Doesn't it seem like we found a killer app in distributed file sharing? now for Freenet to come and finish the job. woohoo. This is gonna be fun.
I can see it now. All the hardcore gangsta' rappers touting GnuPG as the only way to keep your dope deals secret. Hells yeah.
don't you guys know anything? aleister crowleys great grandson is the head of JPL. If that's not a clear indictment of evil intentions, I don't know what is. ;-)
What are nerds not supposed to care about beer? I feel sorry for the nerds who don't.