Is turnabout fair play? I mean it seems only fair if the Vice President can put forward logical fallacies to justify his warrant-less domestic spying that the public should resort to the same, right? Consider that in January of last year Cheney argued “Either we are serious about fighting this war on terror or we … Continue reading Cheney’s logical fallacies to justify spying
Yes, change is now officially under investigation. But seriously, maybe you will think twice now before leaving coins sitting innocently in your car, or jingling in your pocket. Breaking news from the AP that Canadian money can not be trusted: Canada’s physically largest coins include its $2 “Toonie,” which is more than 1-inch across and … Continue reading US Defense Department Warns of Dangerous Change
CNN reports on yet another bizarre statement by Bush: A signing statement attached to postal legislation by President Bush last month may have opened the way for the government to open mail without a warrant. The White House denies any change in policy. The law requires government agents to get warrants to open first-class letters. … Continue reading Bush authorizes search of snail mail
Two stories were posted in the news today that have an interesting relationship. First, Reuters has reported on a UK study that people find it easier to tell lies when they do not have to be in the physical presence of their audience: Just over half of respondents said using gadgets made them feel less … Continue reading Techno-fibbing