Mix tapes are the method by which alot of black artists get heard before they have hits. They are a basic part of black american and hip hop culture. If the Riaa went after the people selling mixtapes they would basically be shooting themselves in the foot and you are right in saying that it would probably cause an uproar which the RIAA would not want to cause, since alot of their biggest selling artists are from the culture that mixtapes are a big part of.
Not to mention the fact that alot of "mixtapes" have a good smattering of artists on labels that are not a part of the RIAA Cartel.
What most people are saying is that if it can be done those who need the software for systems that lives depend on should know that it COULD be done and HOW.
Otherwise those who run these sytems could be blindsided by their ignorance of the weakness of any given system sold by marketing sharks and suffer the consquences of enforced ignorance.
To threaten legal sanctions against those who show us HOW, is stupid and it WILL COST LIVES AND OUR FREEDOM.
Then they will pass a law that makes John Cage's 4'33" illegal. Or they will outlaw anyth "small device" that produces white noise and has a watermark in it.
It works only if... The politicians are up for re-election. Since there are term limits some politicians are serving their last term. One example is Diane Feinstein who is one of the main supporters of the legislation that in essence limits freedom in all domains.
To bad we can't throw her out of office. I guess we just have to get on the phone and sream loudly. Diane Feinstein: Phone: (202) 224-3841 Fax: (202) 228-3954 TTY/TDD: (202) 224-2501
Larry Ellison puts his schill on:
``I don't think the government has any trouble paying for the labor associated with the software,'' he said. ``I made this offer not because the government can't afford to pay for the software, but because I shut up the critics who were saying, `Gee, Larry Ellison wants to build a national database because he wants to sell more databases,' which is pretty cynical and bizarre. What's in it for me is the same thing that's in it for you: a safer America.''
This guy sounds desperate to get this thing in place. All the more reason to say no to his used car saleman methods and an obviously stupid scheme.
We already have several forms of ID in this country we do not need more.
Another thing I love is how he says he doesn't think the government will have trouble paying for it. What he forgets is that the government is funded by us schmoes via our taxes.
Taxes may not affect him to much but I have known people who have had to forego food to pay taxes.
So screw this BS.
My condolences go out to you for your losses and I sympathesize with your fear. May you recover quickly.
I have to tell you though people who are in your state of mind are easy to take advantage of with simple cosmetic solutions which are absolutely no good in the long run.
Please protect yourself from people who are opportunistc in times of death and great tragedy for your own sake. Funeral homes are known for their thuggery towards the grieving.
Anyway the truth is
the government cannot protect you from your own mortality.
Think about it,
20,000 people died last year from the Flu.
Are we wailing, gnashing our teeth and asking the Government to take away our minds and freedom because of the widesrpead devastation caused by the flu virus?
The House passed this bill BEFORE eveb looking at the Airport defense bill today.
The Airport Defense bill is being held up because Repubs like Delay are fighting it because it would federalize baggage screeners and security personal.
The Repubs are doing this for the security companies who want to keep their cheap McGuards and plush federal contracts at the expense of the safety of the flying public.
I don't think the security vs freedom dichatomy is accurate any longer. I think the true dichatomy is security vs profit of large corporations.
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His name is Hugo Chavez not 'cesar chavez'.
Mix tapes are the method by which alot of black artists get heard before they have hits. They are a basic part of black american and hip hop culture. If the Riaa went after the people selling mixtapes they would basically be shooting themselves in the foot and you are right in saying that it would probably cause an uproar which the RIAA would not want to cause, since alot of their biggest selling artists are from the culture that mixtapes are a big part of.
Not to mention the fact that alot of "mixtapes" have a good smattering of artists on labels that are not a part of the RIAA Cartel.
All I can say is this is wonderful.
Thanks for the definition.
The next question is, is Social Security an investment and if so why?
No one is saying it SHOULD BE DONE.
What most people are saying is that if it can be done those who need the software for systems that lives depend on should know that it COULD be done and HOW.
Otherwise those who run these sytems could be blindsided by their ignorance of the weakness of any given system sold by marketing sharks and suffer the consquences of enforced ignorance.
To threaten legal sanctions against those who show us HOW, is stupid and it WILL COST LIVES AND OUR FREEDOM.
Could you please explain why you think Social Security is a ponzi scheme?
Stop giving NYT Dap if you feel that they are attacking the things you care about.
Do not direct traffic or people towardds them any longer if they show utter disregard for your culture and concepts.
Do you need them or do they need you?
they probably ran this article just to run their advertisements for you market...
House did not start in Florida
These type of efforts are so important
Then they will pass a law that makes John Cage's 4'33" illegal. Or they will outlaw anyth "small device" that produces white noise and has a watermark in it.
I understand your reasoning. However the mistakes of a few adminstrators are not = to the whole state of california.
Therefore the state of California does not "deserve" this.
The next thing you will probably say is that women who wear short skirts deserve to be raped because they evoke lust in rapists.
Please elaborate on why California "got what it deserved".
Thank you..
true. she carries the guns she wants to limit though
so bware
It works only if... The politicians are up for re-election. Since there are term limits some politicians are serving their last term. One example is Diane Feinstein who is one of the main supporters of the legislation that in essence limits freedom in all domains.
To bad we can't throw her out of office.
I guess we just have to get on the phone and sream loudly.
Diane Feinstein:
Phone: (202) 224-3841
Fax: (202) 228-3954
TTY/TDD: (202) 224-2501
He hasn't been charged with anything.
Intentions DO matter, because they directly affect what other decisions will be made in the future
On that note:
--"The road to hell is paved with good intentions"
Depends on how you define unreasonable.
To me having my house secretly searched meets the definition of an unreasonable search.
Sure Honey is always marked fairly well.
Larry Ellison puts his schill on:
``I don't think the government has any trouble paying for the labor associated with the software,'' he said. ``I made this offer not because the government can't afford to pay for the software, but because I shut up the critics who were saying, `Gee, Larry Ellison wants to build a national database because he wants to sell more databases,' which is pretty cynical and bizarre. What's in it for me is the same thing that's in it for you: a safer America.''
This guy sounds desperate to get this thing in place. All the more reason to say no to his used car saleman methods and an obviously stupid scheme. We already have several forms of ID in this country we do not need more. Another thing I love is how he says he doesn't think the government will have trouble paying for it. What he forgets is that the government is funded by us schmoes via our taxes. Taxes may not affect him to much but I have known people who have had to forego food to pay taxes. So screw this BS.
My condolences go out to you for your losses and I sympathesize with your fear. May you recover quickly.
I have to tell you though people who are in your state of mind are easy to take advantage of with simple cosmetic solutions which are absolutely no good in the long run.
Please protect yourself from people who are opportunistc in times of death and great tragedy for your own sake. Funeral homes are known for their thuggery towards the grieving.
Anyway the truth is
the government cannot protect you from your own mortality.
Think about it,
20,000 people died last year from the Flu.
Are we wailing, gnashing our teeth and asking the Government to take away our minds and freedom because of the widesrpead devastation caused by the flu virus?
The House passed this bill BEFORE eveb looking at the Airport defense bill today.
The Airport Defense bill is being held up because Repubs like Delay are fighting it because it would federalize baggage screeners and security personal.
The Repubs are doing this for the security companies who want to keep their cheap McGuards and plush federal contracts at the expense of the safety of the flying public.
I don't think the security vs freedom dichatomy is accurate any longer. I think the true dichatomy is security vs profit of large corporations.
Read this ONE.
Well buy honey made in the USA.
The Honey distributers they allegedly fingered are in the Middle East not the U.S.
We can mark the day they do it as the end of the 4th amendment and therefore the Constitution itself.
Welcome to the Fascist States of America.
Make sure you vote Bush and his people out of office.