There Will Be No Time for Discussion

when Patriot II, a greatly expanded version of the original Patriot I anti-terrorist act, is introduced. The introduction will come at a time of national crisis, perhaps after another terrorist attack (against us, … Read more

That’s One Bad-Ass Rat

While much has been written regarding the recent Supreme’s decision which makes a mockery of the founders’ intent with respect to copyright, I found an actual interview with one of the principles in … Read more

Sorry, I Can’t Answer That Question

According to the USA Patriot Act, librarians face criminal penalties if they inform their patrons that they are under investigation by the FBI. While this prior restraint on free speech is categorically unconstitutional, … Read more

Takin’ it to the (virtual) Streets

Computer game publisher Electronic Arts, creator of the fantastically popular Sims line of computer games, has recently announced a virtual, interactive, online Sims experience called, oddly enough, the Sims Online. That in and … Read more

Who’s Gonna Stop Us?

John Perry Barlow, a well known electronic freedom fighter, takes a long, occasionally bordering on a rant, but always sensible look at the recent Congressional actions which will allow the shrub to unleash … Read more

Ain’t Gonna Study War No More

“The bottom line is I don’t trust this president and his advisors. “ So stated California Democrat Rep. Pete Stark on the floor of the House recently. In a scathing, pull no punches … Read more