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News / Re: The G20: global capitalism jumps the shark?
« on: February 22, 2012, 02:20:32 PM »
Does anyone know why the symbol of Anonymous is a Justin Trudeau mask?
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Politics / Re: Stephen Harper's Maj Gov 2011
« on: February 16, 2012, 04:36:48 PM »Quote
Keeping the Queen's peace.Laws need to be written precisely and interpreted narrowly. This law is no better than a law against being "unpatriotic".
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It's pretty clear -- to me, anyway -- that this is about legalizing everything they did at the G20 protests.If "everything they did" was limited to arresting rioters who wore masks.
I don't see this law, if passed, giving police the power to arrest and detain anyone with a backpack, for example.
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Politics / Re: Stephen Harper's Maj Gov 2011
« on: February 16, 2012, 01:28:11 PM »
This law is only now being debated. Do you know what law they were arrested under?? One of the "laws" that didn't actually exist at the time, but were enforced anyway?
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Politics / Re: Stephen Harper's Maj Gov 2011
« on: February 16, 2012, 12:00:46 PM »
Certainly arresting someone for wearing a plaid scarf across part of their face during January would be pretty indefensible.
But I don't get the sense that that's really the most common reason for someone to have their face covered during a riot.
But I don't get the sense that that's really the most common reason for someone to have their face covered during a riot.
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If a permit is granted and it is lawful, is it okay to wear a mask then? What if a cop throws a brick into a window, mayhem begins, tear gas is used, can you wear a gas mask to keep yourself safe?By the sound of it, yes and yes. IANAL, but from what I've read, the law would apply in the context of a riot (think: Vancouver) or unlawful gathering.
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Politics / Re: Stephen Harper's Maj Gov 2011
« on: February 16, 2012, 11:05:14 AM »
I thought participating in the riot is the crime.
My understanding is that this new law would not be used to round up kids on Hallowe'en, for example, but would be enforceable only in the context of participation in a riot or other illegal gathering.
In what way does it serve the public good to allow rioters to remain anonymous?
My understanding is that this new law would not be used to round up kids on Hallowe'en, for example, but would be enforceable only in the context of participation in a riot or other illegal gathering.
In what way does it serve the public good to allow rioters to remain anonymous?
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Politics / Re: Stephen Harper's Maj Gov 2011
« on: February 08, 2012, 02:08:21 PM »
Was she nursing?
What I've read says that she only brought her baby because she couldn't find her husband to look after him. It doesn't really sound like breastfeeding was involved.
What I've read says that she only brought her baby because she couldn't find her husband to look after him. It doesn't really sound like breastfeeding was involved.
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Europe / Re: France labels Scientology a fraud, not a church
« on: February 03, 2012, 11:14:12 AM »Quote
A French court has slapped a fraud sentence on the Church of Scientology, saying it targets vulnerable people for commercial gain.
LOL!
That's just beyond the pale. No REAL church would ever ask vulnerable people for money.
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USA / Re: The People Are The Enemy/S. 1867-DoD Authorization Act
« on: January 24, 2012, 09:56:41 AM »
This *should* be classical, first year economics.
If I want to purchase a car, and the dealership down the road sells one with features I need for $25K, and the one up the block sells one with features I need for $20K then I'm likely to buy from the dealership up the block. Not only will I save money, but if others do the same it may have the added effect of applying downward pressure to the price at the dealership down the road. But personally, I won't really care about that other, more expensive dealership, or how much they charge, or whether I think their prices are "a rip off". I've got what I need, and cheaper too.
A lot of people who are against copyright or intellectual property will point out how many bands (for example -- substitute comedians if you wish) release their work for free, or for very low cost on the internet. But then why should anyone "need" to fileshare? Why should anyone have to share content from Justin Beiber if there's plenty of totally free content they could legitimately have and listen to? Who gives a rat's ass if Justin Beiber's record label charges "too much" for one of his albums? There are plenty of free or inexpensive alternatives, right?
Some content producers do this. So why is there still piracy?
If I want to purchase a car, and the dealership down the road sells one with features I need for $25K, and the one up the block sells one with features I need for $20K then I'm likely to buy from the dealership up the block. Not only will I save money, but if others do the same it may have the added effect of applying downward pressure to the price at the dealership down the road. But personally, I won't really care about that other, more expensive dealership, or how much they charge, or whether I think their prices are "a rip off". I've got what I need, and cheaper too.
A lot of people who are against copyright or intellectual property will point out how many bands (for example -- substitute comedians if you wish) release their work for free, or for very low cost on the internet. But then why should anyone "need" to fileshare? Why should anyone have to share content from Justin Beiber if there's plenty of totally free content they could legitimately have and listen to? Who gives a rat's ass if Justin Beiber's record label charges "too much" for one of his albums? There are plenty of free or inexpensive alternatives, right?
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"Make good stuff, then make it easy for people to buy it. There's your anti-piracy plan."
Some content producers do this. So why is there still piracy?
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USA / Re: The People Are The Enemy/S. 1867-DoD Authorization Act
« on: January 23, 2012, 04:27:46 PM »
In keeping with their legal arrangement with Madonna, I would assume.
I'm still not seeing any monopoly here.
ed'd to add: just to be clear, I think that the big record companies were fools, who squandered their opportunity to create a new, viable revenue model, and I'm not specifically supporting SOPA.
At the same time, I strongly disagree with those who think that anything that anyone creates -- music, movies, books -- should de facto be in the public domain for all of us to enjoy for free. The idea that someone -- Madonna or her label -- should have the exclusive right to distribute her songs and profit from them doesn't offend me in the least. What free rights should I have to anyone else's work?
I'm still not seeing any monopoly here.
ed'd to add: just to be clear, I think that the big record companies were fools, who squandered their opportunity to create a new, viable revenue model, and I'm not specifically supporting SOPA.
At the same time, I strongly disagree with those who think that anything that anyone creates -- music, movies, books -- should de facto be in the public domain for all of us to enjoy for free. The idea that someone -- Madonna or her label -- should have the exclusive right to distribute her songs and profit from them doesn't offend me in the least. What free rights should I have to anyone else's work?
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USA / Re: The People Are The Enemy/S. 1867-DoD Authorization Act
« on: January 23, 2012, 02:51:34 PM »
What is "it" which looks like a monopoly? The exclusive right to distribution of an artist's work?
Or in other words, does Madonna have a "monopoly" on the distribution of Madonna's work?? Is she unfairly denying you and me the right to sell her work too?
Or in other words, does Madonna have a "monopoly" on the distribution of Madonna's work?? Is she unfairly denying you and me the right to sell her work too?
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USA / Re: The People Are The Enemy/S. 1867-DoD Authorization Act
« on: January 23, 2012, 09:36:44 AM »Quote
It's not theft. It's an infringement on a monopoly.
A monopoly? If anyone is free to make and sell a book, song or movie -- uh, which we are, right? -- then it's not a monopoly.
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Politics / Re: Stephen Harper's Maj Gov 2011
« on: November 29, 2011, 03:09:12 PM »
[aside]
Did you know that her brother is kids' singer Raffi?
I like to imagine the family Thanksgiving get-together at the Cavoukian home.
Parents: So, tell us what you two have been up to!
Anne: well, I recently drafted new legislation that further integrates the principles of FIPPA into Ontario's legal framework, particularly in the area of tort law.
Raffi: I wrote a song about hiccups!
[/aside]
Did you know that her brother is kids' singer Raffi?
I like to imagine the family Thanksgiving get-together at the Cavoukian home.
Parents: So, tell us what you two have been up to!
Anne: well, I recently drafted new legislation that further integrates the principles of FIPPA into Ontario's legal framework, particularly in the area of tort law.
Raffi: I wrote a song about hiccups!
[/aside]
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Weather / Re: November's Cold Rain ...
« on: November 23, 2011, 11:51:03 AM »
NOW you tell me? Grrr.
For sale: one down and white feather duvet, size Queen, used twice. Note: this duvet is warm and light but will NOT get you into any secret clubs. $100 cash, or will trade for old army blanket and access to secret clubs. Serious offers only.
For sale: one down and white feather duvet, size Queen, used twice. Note: this duvet is warm and light but will NOT get you into any secret clubs. $100 cash, or will trade for old army blanket and access to secret clubs. Serious offers only.
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Weather / Re: November's Cold Rain ...
« on: November 22, 2011, 04:25:45 PM »
High 5 @ Antonia. We love Land's End. I just ordered a midweight coat and a pair of gloves from them. My wife, while placing the order, picked up a pair of $56 surf shorts for $6 in the Overstock section.
The Overstock is, itself, kind of interesting because it works a bit like Dutch Bidding. An item might start at, say, $20 down from $80. You want it, and $20 is a bargain, but if nobody buys it then tomorrow it'll probably be $18, and soon $16 and so on. Do you buy today, or take your chances? Hell on the nerves.
The Overstock is, itself, kind of interesting because it works a bit like Dutch Bidding. An item might start at, say, $20 down from $80. You want it, and $20 is a bargain, but if nobody buys it then tomorrow it'll probably be $18, and soon $16 and so on. Do you buy today, or take your chances? Hell on the nerves.
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Weather / Re: November's Cold Rain ...
« on: November 22, 2011, 01:42:21 PM »
Here in Toronto, "Down Under" sells down duvets, any size, for $99.
They also have some thicker ones that are pricier, or better down, or what have you, but one of these $99 specials has kept us warm for over ten years now.
Last week, on one of the colder nights, I checked the temperature in our bedroom: 8C.
As for silk performancewear, they can be ordered online at wintersilks.com, if you're so inclined. About half of my new clothes are purchased online these days, but I know some people just don't.
They also have some thicker ones that are pricier, or better down, or what have you, but one of these $99 specials has kept us warm for over ten years now.
Last week, on one of the colder nights, I checked the temperature in our bedroom: 8C.
As for silk performancewear, they can be ordered online at wintersilks.com, if you're so inclined. About half of my new clothes are purchased online these days, but I know some people just don't.