Ah, the twisted logic of capitalism. I like when it collides with values like social responsibility and artistic freedom, creating a system of mis-placed priorities and corporate-sanitized reporting! What a valuable American institution!
I wish I could make the little square root symbol!
I was referencing the book "We" by Evgeny Zamyatin, in which sqrt(-1) is the unsolvable, irrational number that haunts the protagonist (he's a mathematician trying to quantify his society) and represents human nature.
(It's a REALLY good, quick read, highly recommended)
To me, this is the most compelling argument that controlled demolition took place. Videos show molten metal pouring out of the windows of the towers.
I have heard testimony that thermite/thermate was used to increase the heat. A white residue around the still-standing beams (which are angle-cut, btw) makes a strong case for this.
I misread this as "30 years of Lego Mining". Brings to mind visions of people hard at work, in secret underground Danish mines, toiling to harvest bricks for the children of the world.
I agree, they are commonly read in schools. One thing I recall, though, is discussion of the books dulled the point -- they were projected onto the former Soviet Union instead of our own society.
(Cautiously trying out my new paragraph knowledge.)
I've considered the possible need for a "blog aggregator" before. My vision isn't very creative, basically like "Drudge Report" for blogs. I wonder whether single issue sites don't already do this for us. Like Wake Up Walmart, etc. Once you know what type of content you want, subscribe to lots of RSS feeds and keep what's best. I rather like the idea of having a personalized online newspaper.
Of course, these are going to be biased sources, but if you're a journalist, this is where you'll find your tips and leads anyway.
This is very accurate. I'm a journalism student and many of my professors and professional contacts STILL don't understand the concept of free content. Indeed, they are hostile to the idea, even when I explain to them that information will be free whether they like it or not, simply because someone who pays for the subscription can and will share it with others. (Of course, I never hear any of them complain about free pornography)
Actually, I see the internet and blogosphere leading to a major change in investigative reporting through collaboration and speedier communication. Imagine if you make a Craigslist ad that says "have you ever been an employee at Company X? Email me or leave a comment at my blog if you know anything about its anti-union tactics"
Bang! You bring the sources to you and get tons of quotes already in writing. Then you sift through and find the sources who are willing to be named. This is one way to cast a wider net.
Peer collaboration is another important advancement. Say you are in Washington investigating a Senator's shady connections with some businessmen in his district. You can work with local reporters from his district and access their connections, as well as get that reporter to do on-site legwork, dividing up the different aspects of the job for a fraction of the cost (you no longer have to fly across the country or ask your company to pay for it, eg.).
Maybe I haven't thought this out enough, but I'm willing to have it dissected by the/. crowd.
(On another note, how do I get my posts to have spaced paragraphs in their final version?)
I'd say the majority of blogs are just repeating the talking points they pick up on from the established political parties. It gives the illusion of participation in the political process, but really its just an exercise in thought conditioning.
Yeah but they don't just repeat, many re-interpret or cut through the spin. What's important is that there is actual discussion about the news stories, both content and technical. It also brings us to a wider range of mainstream outlets when we find one blog referencing al-Jazeera and another blog with, say, Russian news.
It also allows us to see just how many people feel disenfranchised or disappointed with the system, and allows a much broader spectrum of views, working against the myth of a polarized public.
Content creation also leads to new talking points that eventually may get picked up by mainstream corporate media outlets. Think of soldiers' Youtube videos and blogs or the 9/11 Truth movement.
I dunno, there are pharmacists making claims that they don't have to fill birth control prescriptions based on their religion. I seem to recall this was even legally upheld.
I'm partial to Habermas' concept of the public sphere. We must form and reform institutions to be more democratic. Presidents aren't the things we decide in elections and voting isn't the only way to participate in a democracy.
FWIW, I think our democracy is badly broken by only having two options who are no different. Vote Nader!
With the advances I've witnessed from F/OSS over the last few years, only a sucker pays for software. If it's really good, or independently developed, I would consider donating to see the project continue. I am offended by proprietary licenses and the fact I don't own what I pay for.
I'll consider paying for a game, but only after I've played it and am sure it will satisfy me for a long time afterward (ie, Rome: Total War). Now I use Linux so this doesn't come up very often.
Wasn't there a post here on/. last year about the RIAA actively avoiding Harvard because of its legal talent and financial ability to fight? I always thought that epitomized this corporate bullying.
Yes but this isn't causing a panic, and not a loss of revenue because people aren't going to stop riding the T.
By the logic in your second paragraph, we shouldn't report about Wal-Mart shaving employees' hours because it would make them look bad to the professional community?
Slashdot Mirror
God bless the police state!
Ralph Nader is now on 45 ballots for 2008. He's an official write-in in Texas.
Don't laugh, a vote for Nader is the same as saying "None of the above," another option we don't have in this "democracy"
Ah, the twisted logic of capitalism. I like when it collides with values like social responsibility and artistic freedom, creating a system of mis-placed priorities and corporate-sanitized reporting! What a valuable American institution!
/finger in my throat
I wish I could make the little square root symbol!
I was referencing the book "We" by Evgeny Zamyatin, in which sqrt(-1) is the unsolvable, irrational number that haunts the protagonist (he's a mathematician trying to quantify his society) and represents human nature.
(It's a REALLY good, quick read, highly recommended)
Humans = sqrt(-1)
Good luck working out that equation!
Done and done
Turd Sandwich FTW!
Fire doesn't melt steel.
To me, this is the most compelling argument that controlled demolition took place. Videos show molten metal pouring out of the windows of the towers.
I have heard testimony that thermite/thermate was used to increase the heat. A white residue around the still-standing beams (which are angle-cut, btw) makes a strong case for this.
I misread this as "30 years of Lego Mining". Brings to mind visions of people hard at work, in secret underground Danish mines, toiling to harvest bricks for the children of the world.
You mean they come from somewhere else!?
I am a slashdot lurker. I am not a geek. I read this site for the humorous comments.
Now I know what it sounds like when doves cry!
I agree, they are commonly read in schools. One thing I recall, though, is discussion of the books dulled the point -- they were projected onto the former Soviet Union instead of our own society.
So the AC is right Fuck McCain Fuck Obama The only thing I could add is "Vote Nader!"
There, fixed that for ya
(Cautiously trying out my new paragraph knowledge.)
I've considered the possible need for a "blog aggregator" before. My vision isn't very creative, basically like "Drudge Report" for blogs. I wonder whether single issue sites don't already do this for us. Like Wake Up Walmart, etc. Once you know what type of content you want, subscribe to lots of RSS feeds and keep what's best. I rather like the idea of having a personalized online newspaper.
Of course, these are going to be biased sources, but if you're a journalist, this is where you'll find your tips and leads anyway.
This is very accurate. I'm a journalism student and many of my professors and professional contacts STILL don't understand the concept of free content. Indeed, they are hostile to the idea, even when I explain to them that information will be free whether they like it or not, simply because someone who pays for the subscription can and will share it with others. (Of course, I never hear any of them complain about free pornography)
Actually, I see the internet and blogosphere leading to a major change in investigative reporting through collaboration and speedier communication. Imagine if you make a Craigslist ad that says "have you ever been an employee at Company X? Email me or leave a comment at my blog if you know anything about its anti-union tactics" Bang! You bring the sources to you and get tons of quotes already in writing. Then you sift through and find the sources who are willing to be named. This is one way to cast a wider net. Peer collaboration is another important advancement. Say you are in Washington investigating a Senator's shady connections with some businessmen in his district. You can work with local reporters from his district and access their connections, as well as get that reporter to do on-site legwork, dividing up the different aspects of the job for a fraction of the cost (you no longer have to fly across the country or ask your company to pay for it, eg.). Maybe I haven't thought this out enough, but I'm willing to have it dissected by the /. crowd.
(On another note, how do I get my posts to have spaced paragraphs in their final version?)
I'd say the majority of blogs are just repeating the talking points they pick up on from the established political parties. It gives the illusion of participation in the political process, but really its just an exercise in thought conditioning.
Yeah but they don't just repeat, many re-interpret or cut through the spin. What's important is that there is actual discussion about the news stories, both content and technical. It also brings us to a wider range of mainstream outlets when we find one blog referencing al-Jazeera and another blog with, say, Russian news. It also allows us to see just how many people feel disenfranchised or disappointed with the system, and allows a much broader spectrum of views, working against the myth of a polarized public. Content creation also leads to new talking points that eventually may get picked up by mainstream corporate media outlets. Think of soldiers' Youtube videos and blogs or the 9/11 Truth movement.
Don't blame me, I voted for Kodos! (But seriously, I will vote Nader)
I dunno, there are pharmacists making claims that they don't have to fill birth control prescriptions based on their religion. I seem to recall this was even legally upheld.
I'm partial to Habermas' concept of the public sphere. We must form and reform institutions to be more democratic. Presidents aren't the things we decide in elections and voting isn't the only way to participate in a democracy. FWIW, I think our democracy is badly broken by only having two options who are no different. Vote Nader!
No, government can be shaped by the people to reflect their needs and values, corporations cannot.
Definitely not or we'd have healthcare, better schools, and no more occupying force in Iraq. They clearly don't care about these things
With the advances I've witnessed from F/OSS over the last few years, only a sucker pays for software. If it's really good, or independently developed, I would consider donating to see the project continue. I am offended by proprietary licenses and the fact I don't own what I pay for. I'll consider paying for a game, but only after I've played it and am sure it will satisfy me for a long time afterward (ie, Rome: Total War). Now I use Linux so this doesn't come up very often.
I'm not watching the new film or subsequent episodes (there will be episodes for TV, right?), but I would totally watch what you just summarized!
Wasn't there a post here on /. last year about the RIAA actively avoiding Harvard because of its legal talent and financial ability to fight? I always thought that epitomized this corporate bullying.
Yes but this isn't causing a panic, and not a loss of revenue because people aren't going to stop riding the T. By the logic in your second paragraph, we shouldn't report about Wal-Mart shaving employees' hours because it would make them look bad to the professional community?