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The REAL final debate
Seriously, how different is this from what we’ve seen so far? Via Boing Boing:
Joe Biden and the “Disease Model” of Addiction
One could structure an entire graduate-level curriculum around this year’s political season. I am particularly fascinated by the different ways people arrive at various positions, form opinions, and make important decisions as 21st Century world citizens. It seems clear that … Continue reading
Fear and loathing…
Maybe it’s because I have a heavy heart, being apart from my wife for so long. Or else it could be the stress involved in this life transition: Moving, searching for work, financial insecurity, etc. But that’s not what I … Continue reading
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To pee or not to pee…
It took me a few seconds, but now I’m grasping the concept: I’m emailing myself. In one sense, it’s not that strange. It’s a way of journaling while I’m at work, without having to save files on my work computer. … Continue reading
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Sam Harris on Happiness
I love how Sam Harris cuts to the quick. And I like the format of this Big Think website, elitist snob that I am. I recommend checking out the rest of Harris’s “ideas,” as well as those of Ayaan Hirsi … Continue reading
King corn
Watching tonight’s new episode of Celebrity Rehab was, admittedly, a complete waste of time (I knew Daniel Baldwin was full of shit!). Same goes for ninety-nine percent of all my television viewing. I’m left with a vague sense, a twinge … Continue reading
Celebrity Rehab
Okay, so I couldn’t resist. I don’t have cable TV in my own home, but since I’ve been staying at my parents’ house (recovering from knee surgery) I’ve succumbed to the power of the remote. Last night I sat in … Continue reading
The Next American President
I once joked that Americans may just as well elect the next president via a reality TV show: “The Next American President.” Not only do I believe a president COULD be elected this way, I’m starting to think it’s ACTUALLY … Continue reading
Moral turpitude? You gotta be kidding me…
My friend Michael D. over at the HeartMind Forum passed on this story about a Canadian psychologist who has been banned from entering the United States to visit his family. He is banned because — I kid you not — … Continue reading
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