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Category Archives: Unintended Consequences
Larry Correia responds to Rep. Swalwell et. al.
You should read the whole bit, but here is a taste… A friend of mine who is a political activist said something interesting the other day, and that was for most people on the left political violence is a knob, … Continue reading
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“Facebook’s Flawed DNA Makes It Unable to Fight Misinformation”
Facebook’s DNA is based on the unchallenged power of an exceptional but morally flawed — or at least dangerously immature — leader who sees the world as a gigantic monetization playground. In Mark Zuckerberg’s world, the farther from home, the more leeway he feels … Continue reading
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Reminder: There is No Such Thing as a Stab Proof Vest.
Ask a knight… https://www.gazettelive.co.uk/news/teesside-news/tragic-jordan-turned-knife-himself-14791313
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Pirates Deploy Mothership from Hell
Pirates Deploy Mothership from Hell | USNI Blog. And oh yes, if it is not mentioned, I will be the guy asking my good friend Dr. Martin N. Murphy what he thinks about the new 319,000 dwt supertanker carrying $190 … Continue reading
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Dear Federal Bureau of Investigation
It seems the F.B.I. feels that publishing their seal is forbidden.
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Casus Belli
So, Chavez’ and company threaten to nationalize the assets of an American company. Me thinks we need to park an Aegis Cruiser off said rigs, but I would not hold my breath with our current leadership. Would Hugo even make … Continue reading
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What Could Go Wrong?
I am no fan of this sort of device. How long before someone is accidentally shot with the “wrong” load?
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J. Crew Loses Our Business
J. Crew is now offering a Che Guevara replica jacket. No kidding. I won’t link to it here, but you can find it simply enough. Here is the mail I have just sent them: I was looking for some new … Continue reading
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Gangster Government
Watch Rep. Michele Bachmann (MN) give her colleagues a piece of her mind in this C-SPAN clip: I’ve yet to hear a good explanation of how summarily closing profitable car dealerships will help GM or Chrysler. Yes, Toyota has fewer … Continue reading
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What to do with Terrorists at Guantánamo Bay?
Obama has promised to close Guantánamo Bay by early next year, but the question remains–what do we do with the terrorists / enemy combatants currently held there? Speaker Pelosi doesn’t want them at Alcatraz. Senator Roberts doesn’t want them at … Continue reading
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The Dark Side of Dubai
The Independent has a fascinating article describing the unraveling of Dubai in the face of the global recession.
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Classic Video: Milton Friedman & Donahue
John Lott dug up a classic interview of Milton Friedman done by Phil Donahue. With all the anti-capitalist talk lately, Friedman’s words are worth remembering. He really handed Donahue his hat, didn’t he? Also read yesterday’s Wall Street Journal piece, … Continue reading
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Good Article on Healthcare Rationing in Canada
Socialized medicine will allow government bureaucrats to make medical decisions for you. Pay attention to the guy who wanted a hip replacement. The government decided he was too old (57) to enjoy the benefits of the procedure. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB123413701032661445.html
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Israel, Give in to Hamas Demands
Here we have a video of a Hamas MP giving a speech: I think the time has come for Israel to give in, and let Hamas have what they really want. Think of it as assisted suicide.
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Great Article on Social Engineering/Welfare
Frontpage Magazine’s interview with Martin Durkin.
Posted in Politics, Unintended Consequences
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