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So, the moral or the story is: libertarian policies serve only one good purpose: to remind people that libertarian...

So, the moral or the story is: libertarian policies serve only one good purpose: to remind people that libertarian policies suck. _One of the lessons: There’s a real cost to saving money. Take the streetlights. Turning them off had saved the city about $1.25 million. What had not made the national news stories was what had happened while those lights were off. Copper thieves, emboldened by the opportunity to work without fear of electrocution, had worked overtime scavenging wire. Some, the City Council learned, had even dressed up as utility workers and pried open the boxes at the base of streetlights in broad daylight. Keeping the lights off might have saved some money in the short term, but the cost to fix what had been stolen ran to some $5 million._ Originally shared by **** What Steve Bach promised sounded radically simple: Wasteful government is the root of the pain, and if you just run government like the best businesses, the pain will go away. Easy. Because he had never held o

I think we've all ran across an ad or two that has annoyed us from time to time.

I think we've all ran across an ad or two that has annoyed us from time to time. Just earlier today I clicked away from Smithsonian​Mag.com because an ad was (1) full page and (2) loading excessively slow. Forcing webmasters and site designers to have better ad practices is only a win for us, the consumer. https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/google-ad-blocker

Next Friday! Or, a week from tomorrow! However you look at it: I'm so excited!

Next Friday! Or, a week from tomorrow! However you look at it: I'm so excited! #Spider-Man https://www.polygon.com/2017/6/29/15888670/spider-man-homecoming-review

Do you agreed with this court's decision?

Do you agreed with this court's decision? Should one nation be allowed to enforce their laws, or court rulings, on another nation? What if it directly affects you or involves a decision you disagree with? On another note, how does Canada's Supreme Court expect to enforce this law outside it's own borders? http://fortune.com/2017/06/28/canada-supreme-court-google/

Because nothing says "I understand the Constitution" like passing a law to allow bible studies in public schools.

Because nothing says "I understand the Constitution" like passing a law to allow bible studies in public schools. Originally shared by **** Sure, why not. http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/kentucky-gives-blessing-to-bible-classes-in-public-schools/ar-BBDq8ix?li=BBnb7Kz&ocid=HPCDHP

Elmer Fudd vs #Batman. Yes, you heard that right.

Elmer Fudd vs #Batman. Yes, you heard that right. Few people have managed to shoot Batman squarely in the chest and yet, right there in the middle of the book, there’s Elmer Fudd emptying two barrels with a dead look in his eyes. The two are evenly matched and poised to fight each another to the death. http://io9.gizmodo.com/batmans-greatest-adversary-isnt-the-joker-its-elmer-fu-1796484728

Well, this was fun.

Well, this was fun. I can't speak to the legality of this guy's actions, but it's nice to see these scammers get some (vigilante) justice. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzedMdx6QG4

I don't normally share 9NEWS​ articles because they generally suck, but this man is a hero and everyone should know...

I don't normally share 9NEWS​ articles because they generally suck, but this man is a hero and everyone should know his name. He was a homeless man; he didn't need to get involved. But, he did and that made all the difference. Originally shared by 9NEWS He didn't have much, but a man without a home has left a lot behind. James Farmer Junior died protecting two teens who were being attacked. Those teens joined dozens of others, Tuesday morning, to honor Farmer's life.         http://on9news.tv/2rZZFQx

Watching this documentary, Straight/Curve, right now.

Watching this documentary, Straight/Curve , right now. http://www.straightcurvefilm.com/

I didn't even know they were rebooting Hellboy.

I didn't even know they were rebooting Hellboy . I'm not sure anyone could replace Ron Perlman. He seemed to have been made for that role much as Heather Ledger was made to play the Joker and Robert Downey Jr. was made to play Tony Stark. https://geektyrant.com/news/hellboy-reboot-director-neil-marshall-talks-about-its-practical-effects-and-r-rating?_utm_source=1-2-2

Arnold Schwarzenegger wants to help us all fight gerrymandering, a nefarious practice that usurps democracy.

Arnold Schwarzenegger wants to help us all fight gerrymandering, a nefarious practice that usurps democracy. https://www.crowdpac.com/campaigns/207023/this-is-our-chance-to-make-gerrymandering-unconstitutional?source_code=arnold-v1-button&ref_code=email&utm_source=US+Donors+ML+%28DL%29&utm_campaign=fdb74fa539-arnold-dl-v1&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_25cc04884d-fdb74fa539-236632333

Burn!!

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Burn !! Originally shared by Jason Mayes A good use for a Macbook ;-)

Open Internet protected by #NetNeutrality or closed walls where a limited number of massive corporations can pick...

Open Internet protected by #NetNeutrality or closed walls where a limited number of massive corporations can pick and choose winners based on their own ROI? Which one would you choose? https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2017/06/isps-across-country-tell-chairman-pai-not-repeal-network-neutrality?_utm_source=1-2-2

So excited: #Spiderman is the greatest superhero, after all.

So excited: #Spiderman is the greatest superhero, after all. http://io9.gizmodo.com/the-first-reactions-to-spider-man-homecoming-are-final-1796384082

How close would you get? Me? I'd probably try and hug it.

How close would you get? Me? I'd probably try and hug it. Video: https://youtu.be/-79oB38Jhjk https://www.simplemost.com/incredible-footage-massive-great-white-shark-caught-shallow-water-going-viral/

Cant get on Project Fi? Republic Wireless might be for you. You know, if you're in the United States.

Cant get on Project Fi? Republic Wireless might be for you. You know, if you're in the United States. Originally shared by Republic Wireless Huge thanks to Tom's Guide for their rundown of our innovative technology, current plans, and much more! "Republic Wireless plans have the advantage of being very straightforward. All plans feature unlimited talk and texting, so you don't have to figure out how much you call and message people..." https://www.tomsguide.com/us/republic-wireless-faq,news-25371.html

So, apparently, #TrumpNation supporters didn't like the fact that a Starbucks barista wrote "Build a Wall" on one of...

So, apparently, #TrumpNation supporters didn't like the fact that a Starbucks barista wrote "Build a Wall" on one of their cups while - get this - protesting Starbucks. Yes, a #DonaldTrump supporter thought the best way to protest Starbucks was to order from the coffee chain. Oh, it gets more ridiculous. Local Republicans were so incensed they decided to go back and order more! I kid you not! ProTip: if you're protesting somewhere, don't give them your money. via Joe Lancaster​ http://fusion.kinja.com/trump-supporters-triggered-by-starbucks-barista-who-wro-1796435242?rev=1498521925754&utm_campaign=socialflow_fusion_facebook&utm_source=fusion_facebook&utm_medium=socialflow&_utm_source=1-2-2

Which one of these answers answers the question Would you be interested?

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Which one of these answers answers the question Would you be interested? Seriously, Google. Get to shit stuff together.

I'm still waiting to see the #Hulk truly let go.

I'm still waiting to see the #Hulk truly let go. Maybe something happening between him and #BlackWidow will usher in that factor we need to see the Hulk's full potential. http://comicbook.com/marvel/2017/06/26/avengers-infinity-war-black-widow-hulk/

Ben Affleck will continue being #Batman even after his run in #JusticeLeague.

Ben Affleck will continue being #Batman even after his run in #JusticeLeague. This is good news as Ben Affleck was an excellent Batman and, more importantly, a great Bruce Wayne. http://m.ign.com/articles/2017/06/26/the-batman-director-matt-reeves-confirms-ben-affleck-will-remain-in-the-role-for-his-solo-film

Reputable news sources have a process to verify content ensuring only accurate information makes it to the world.

Reputable news sources have a process to verify content ensuring only accurate information makes it to the world. Fox News​, on the other hand, has no journalistic integrity and will publish just about anything "too mainstream" for InfoWars. http://money.cnn.com/2017/06/26/media/cnn-announcement-retracted-article/index.html

So, this might happen. Because nothing says "presidential" like standing in front of animatronics of past presidents.

So, this might happen. Because nothing says "presidential" like standing in front of animatronics of past presidents. #TrumpNation Originally shared by Keith Barrett Trump-bot Will Speak at Disney World Hall of Presidents Trump-bot will have speaking role at DIsney World "Hall of Presidents". I'm still hoping he'll have a cell phone in his hand and tweet "Covfefe" to the audience. #Disney #WDW #trump #POTUS http://www.marketwatch.com/story/donald-trumps-next-speaking-gig-could-be-at-the-most-magical-place-on-earth-2017-06-26?mod=genpf_twitter_new2&link=sfmw_tw

Can we expect to see more notifications like these as #DonaldTrump's administration continues to destroy...

Can we expect to see more notifications like these as #DonaldTrump's administration continues to destroy #netneutrality? Maybe #Facebook won't allow you to use a Gmail​ account next? Or maybe you won't be allowed to access Netflix from certain ISPs? Originally shared by Christopher B What is Net Neutrality? This is: "Starting on June 30, 2017, att.net customers will no longer be able to log in to their Yahoo and Tumblr accounts through email addresses with the following domains: att.net , ameritech.net , bellsouth.net , flash.net , nvbell.net , pacbell.net , prodigy.net , sbcglobal.net , snet.net , swbell.net , and wans.net ." Fuck Verizon! https://tumblr.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/115007729788-Heads-up-for-AT-T-customers

Those shoes do look awfully similar.

Those shoes do look awfully similar. http://money.cnn.com/2017/06/24/news/companies/ivanka-trump-court-deposition-aquazzura/index.html

Coal industry tycoon, Murray, sues John Oliver, HBO and Time Warner because his wittle fweelings were hort.

Coal industry tycoon, Murray, sues John Oliver, HBO and Time Warner because his wittle fweelings were hort. https://youtu.be/ZvUp5f2ThPc

The caveat being that you have to make individual requests to have your information removed from Google search...

The caveat being that you have to make individual requests to have your information removed from Google search results. This means (1) you have to know your medical records are on the website somewhere and (2) where they're located before calling Mountain View to have the records expunged from search. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-06-23/google-now-scrubbing-private-medical-records-from-search-results

I'm not one for nostalgia but this is a great move on VW's part.

I'm not one for nostalgia but this is a great move on VW's part. http://inhabitat.com/volkswagen-confirms-its-bringing-back-the-microbus/?_utm_source=1-2-2

I'm going with police brutality here.

I'm going with police brutality here. What do you think? Does anything the driver might have done justify this behavior by the cop? Watch the video: https://youtu.be/6HvdJ3OCEuw http://boingboing.net/2017/06/23/aclu-releases-video-of-brutal.html

I keep meaning to play with IFTTT​ but always find something else to do while at the computer.

I keep meaning to play with IFTTT​ but always find something else to do while at the computer. http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/06/23/ifttt-updated-30-new-data-sources-google-photos-support-voip/

Apps for the dog owner in your life. Especially fitting since today is #FidoFriday.

Apps for the dog owner in your life. Especially fitting since today is #FidoFriday. http://www.active.com/parenting-and-family/articles/12-dog-friendly-apps

... because I haven't seen it since I was a kid, that's why.

... because I haven't seen it since I was a kid, that's why. #killerclowns #coulrophobia https://youtu.be/prlxT-xYqgA

So, the Mormon church is upset because they're getting bad press .

So, the Mormon church is upset because they're getting bad press ... again. This time for shutting down a girl who came out as gay. Originally shared by The Associated Press "They did not mess up when they gave me freckles or when they made me to be gay... God loves me just this way." https://www.apnews.com/bff450345e954a89ba95acc59a7ed1cd

Your reminder of why #BlackLivesMatter

Your reminder of why #BlackLivesMatter https://plus.google.com/+Bodhipaksa/posts/fo56bNpHbZw Watch the video. Then share it. https://youtu.be/CN4lv-1JlkQ

#Oops!

#Oops! I have a feeling #Windows10 is about to get extremely bloated as Microsoft rushes to patch and change code. On a positive note, #OpenSource efforts just got a boost. Originally shared by Josh Sabboth "...Anyone who has this information can scour it for security vulnerabilities, which could be exploited to hack Windows systems worldwide. The code runs at the heart of the operating system, at some of its most trusted levels..." https://www.theregister.co.uk/2017/06/23/windows_10_leak/

She's a maniac alright.

She's a maniac alright. via Emlyn O'Regan​ https://youtu.be/V1pcPcfOZ6w

Are you ready for a Star Trek with more drama?

Are you ready for a Star Trek with more drama? https://www.google.com/amp/ew.com/tv/2017/06/23/star-trek-discovery-rules/amp/?_utm_source=1-2-2

Should President Obama have gone public with the Russian hacking of the US election sooner and been more forceful...

Should President Obama have gone public with the Russian hacking of the US election sooner and been more forceful with Russia as a result? https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2017/world/national-security/obama-putin-election-hacking Photo unrelated

If the supposition at the end of this article is correct then I might be moving off of Google.

If the supposition at the end of this article is correct then I might be moving off of Google. As a completely competent adult, I don't need Google's machine learning algorithm to decide how my life should be lived. http://www.androidauthority.com/google-photos-removes-option-backup-charging-782204/

Of all the headlines I never thought I'd ever read, this has got to be the most shocking.

Of all the headlines I never thought I'd ever read, this has got to be the most shocking. #Google has announced it will no longer be scanning #Gmail for ad targeting. #Whoa. https://techcrunch.com/2017/06/23/google-has-all-the-data-it-needs-will-stop-scanning-gmail-inboxes/

Racism is something you learn from your environment, not something you're born with.

Racism is something you learn from your environment, not something you're born with. (Image unrelated) http://abc7.com/society/boys-request-for-haircut-to-trick-teacher-goes-viral/1781182/

It's good to see individual gun owners calling The National Rifle Association out for its silence after the...

It's good to see individual gun owners calling The National Rifle Association out for its silence after the Philandro Castile debacle decision.  https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/post-nation/wp/2017/06/18/some-gun-owners-are-disturbed-by-the-philando-castile-verdict-the-nra-is-silent/?utm_term=.42f4b00f1ad7

I always tell myself I want to learn more about a great many things, physics and mathematics, of course, being on...

I always tell myself I want to learn more about a great many things, physics and mathematics, of course, being on that list. I doubt I'll read a physics or math book, but I do love watching YouTube​ videos where those lofty ideas are broken down into bite sized segments so I can understand. https://www.google.com/amp/s/futurism.com/want-physicist-heres-guide/amp/?_utm_source=1-2-2

It's hot out there to be wearing a black leather jacket, black helmet and black leather gloves all while moving at...

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It's hot out there to be wearing a black leather jacket, black helmet and black leather gloves all while moving at less than 20MPH through rush hour.

Why the world needs Rufus. Squirrels are attacking people.

Why the world needs Rufus. Squirrels are attacking people. Originally shared by The Atlantic When Squirrels Attack http://trib.al/rmfI1ej http://trib.al/rmfI1ej

As an Army veteran with a Liberal Arts degree I read this article thinking, yep, yep, yep .

As an Army veteran with a Liberal Arts degree I read this article thinking, yep, yep, yep ... Except I didn't get to go to Vassar. Originally shared by The Atlantic How the Liberal Arts Help Veterans Thrive http://trib.al/fCUPSDs http://trib.al/fCUPSDs

They collect your data before you officially submit it to them whether you wanted to or not.

They collect your data before you officially submit it to them whether you wanted to or not. Originally shared by Irreverent Monk Companies like this are evil and fully deserve the Internet Death Penalty. Block murdoog.com/navistone.com and stop visiting sites or buying from sites that use them. Use builtwith.com to see if your regular websites use them and strongly protest if they do. http://gizmodo.com/before-you-hit-submit-this-company-has-already-logge-1795906081 http://gizmodo.com/before-you-hit-submit-this-company-has-already-logge-1795906081

Need help with your photography?

Need help with your photography? Originally shared by Seven by Five 22 Free Photography Guides In A Google Drive Folder (FREE!!) http://buff.ly/2rN2mZO

Lucasfilm let go the duo directors behind the up upcoming #StarWars: Han Solo movie.

Lucasfilm let go the duo directors behind the up upcoming #StarWars: Han Solo movie. Apparently, the directors' wanted to make a fun comedic movie but the write, Kasdan, didn't want them veering off his more serious script. What do you say? A funnier Han Solo film or one more serious in tone? http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/star-wars-why-han-solo-movie-directors-were-fired-1015474

I've said it before and I'll say it again: BvS wasn't a bad movie

I've said it before and I'll say it again: BvS wasn't a bad movie ... until the last twenty minutes or so. Suicide Squad was just a bad movie. https://www.comicbookmovie.com/batman_vs_superman/dc-films-bosses-explain-why-batman-v-superman-and-suicide-squad-didnt-work-a151906

Scientists have discovered what's been killing off honey bees. Spoiler alert: it's humanity!

Scientists have discovered what's been killing off honey bees. Spoiler alert: it's humanity! Originally shared by Greg Batmarx As we’ve written before, the mysterious mass die-off of honey bees that pollinate $30 billion worth of crops in the US has so decimated America’s apis mellifera population that one bad winter could leave fields fallow. Now, a new study has pinpointed some of the probable causes of bee deaths and the rather scary results show that averting beemageddon will be much more difficult than previously thought. Scientists had struggled to find the trigger for so-called Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD) that has wiped out an estimated 10 million beehives, worth $2 billion, over the past six years. Suspects have included pesticides, disease-bearing parasites and poor nutrition. But in a first-of-its-kind study published today in the journal PLOS ONE, scientists at the University of Maryland and the US Department of Agriculture have identified a witch’s brew of pest

If you voted Republican your data might be out there somewhere.

If you voted Republican your data might be out there somewhere. Conspiracy theorists will have a field day with this one. Originally shared by iquanyin peeps, if you vote republican, please notice that its no longer real. not a real party. its now mostly just crooks and throwbacks dishing up misery to all, serving only mammon and (they think) themselves. dont vote republican and dont be one. seriously. hey, speaking of that.... http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-40331215 http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-40331215

In order to counter the sorry state of press briefings coming from the #DonaldTrump administration, the White House...

In order to counter the sorry state of press briefings coming from the #DonaldTrump administration, the White House has decided press briefings can no longer be recorded via audio or video and no questions will be answered. Because, you know, in a Republic, the people don't have a right to know. #TrumpNation http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/338457-white-house-reporters-fume-over-off-camera-briefings

I firmly believe in terms limits.

I firmly believe in terms limits. Do you? Many many moons ago I heard some had proposed as 12 year limit on congressional seats. That means six elections for House members and two for Senators. This seemed fair to me. It's long enough to allow time for policy effects and short enough to allow change over without entrenching career politicians. http://ijr.com/the-declaration/2017/06/901096-dianne-feinstein-everything-thats-wrong-senate-nothing-politics/

Ah, religion. How entertaining you would be ... you know, if people didn't take you so seriously.

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Ah, religion. How entertaining you would be ... you know, if people didn't take you so seriously. via iquanyin​ Originally shared by Spherical Trigonometry All genuine titles, these are real books. "Eating People is Wrong".. send that one to Buckingham Palace.

That should go well.

That should go well. Even with Vlad 's favorite son sitting in the Oval Office this can't be good. Especially since #DonaldTrump empowered local military commanders enough to make theirs own calls without having to interrupt his golf game. Originally shared by The Atlantic Russia to Treat U.S. Military Aircraft in Syria as 'Targets' http://trib.al/2TCzRO5 http://trib.al/2TCzRO5

The irony here is this guy is a self professed libertarian.

The irony here is this guy is a self professed libertarian. Which isn't really that shocking when you consider how libertarians operate: You cannot tell me what to do, but I can tell you what to do. Originally shared by Washington Post Why a Colorado dad is fighting to make smartphones for preteens illegal http://wapo.st/2sJkcgn

There is some truth to that.

There is some truth to that. #Batman https://twitter.com/haarleyquin/status/876383140058726401?s=09

Stayed up extra late so I could finish this novel in one fell swoop.

Stayed up extra late so I could finish this novel in one fell swoop. Such a good book that wrapped up three different series' story lines. I've been reading this series for nearly twenty years and can honestly say I will miss Fitz.  http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30688013-assassin-s-fate

Remember when all those predictions about #DonaldTrump getting rich off his presidency were being made?

Remember when all those predictions about #DonaldTrump getting rich off his presidency were being made? Well, I have news for you... #TrumpNation Originally shared by The Atlantic Donald Trump Reports He’s Getting Rich Off the Presidency http://trib.al/Gjs97cG http://trib.al/Gjs97cG

I firmly believe #DonaldTrump has to double down on immigration since it's the only real policy initiative he's been...

I firmly believe #DonaldTrump has to double down on immigration since it's the only real policy initiative he's been able to get going, even though the courts keep telling him to stop. via Cara Evangelista​ Originally shared by Drew McCarthy Speeding I don't know about y'all, but we're suffering from the implementation of this broken policy in my local community, and I'm hearing lots of stories from other places, too. Including the countries and communities that we are shipping folks back to. The criminal justice system in the United States already has issues with disproportionally punishing dark skinned folks, so we cast a jaundiced eye on pronouncements about sending back "bad hombres", but we could see the sense in it. But we're seeing cases where grandmothers and mothers with happy, thriving children who are United States citizens, are being deported for no other reason than to create fear, and because they are easy to find. In some cases, th

Did I ever share this video here?

Did I ever share this video here? It's nothing special, just me and the bike hitting the roads here in Colorado last year. https://youtu.be/dyMU2y18wQo

The scene from Man of Steel where #Superman is swallowed by a sea of skulls I understood, but the symbolism of the...

The scene from Man of Steel where #Superman is swallowed by a sea of skulls I understood, but the symbolism of the Day of the Dead Scene in #BvS escaped me. #ManofSteel http://screenrant.com/batman-v-superman-skulls-meaning-zack-snyder/

#AdamWest, TV's Batman, died last week and the city of LA will honor him in a way only LA can.

#AdamWest, TV's Batman, died last week and the city of LA will honor him in a way only LA can. http://laist.com/2017/06/14/bat_signal.php#photo-1

For those who get their knowledge of government from TV dramas, let just say: governments move slow.

For those who get their knowledge of government from TV dramas, let just say: governments move slow. Sometimes painfully slow. But, they do work and they do produce results. Whether or not you agree with the results is another story. #Flint #FlintWater #GOP #privatization Originally shared by Bodhipaksa Something happening at last in Flint... http://www.mlive.com/news/flint/index.ssf/2017/06/five_official_charged_with_man.html

Yep.

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Yep. #GOP #veterans Originally shared by D J E E

I wonder if Rand Paul still stands by this statement.

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I wonder if Rand Paul still stands by this statement. via Kevin Guertin​ Originally shared by Eric Hansen :toot:

The title of this article might as well read Climate Denialist Speaks to Other Climate Denialist About Rising Seas.

The title of this article might as well read Climate Denialist Speaks to Other Climate Denialist About Rising Seas . Quick poll: 1 - #DonaldTrump does nothing 2 - Donald Trump brags about doing something but doesnt 3 - Donald Trump never follows up #TrumpNation Originally shared by Washington Post Trump calls mayor of shrinking Chesapeake island and tells him not to worry about it http://wapo.st/2sqRVep

Sharing and hoping anyone in England or Scotland can share it as well.

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Sharing and hoping anyone in England or Scotland can share it as well. I'm looking at you Robert Wallis​ and Julian Davies​, Jason Bayton​ and Mike Crumpler​. Originally shared by Heidi Anne Morris Please would you consider sharing this post , it doesn't matter where in the world you are, someone you may be in contact with may be able to help if they see this. Thank you in advance on behalf of the lady whose dog has sadly recently died. Here is the link to the original Facebook post https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1913870185521132&id=1400414766866679 #

This has probably been plastered all over G+ by now but someone took shots at a #GOP baseball practice where...

This has probably been plastered all over G+ by now but someone took shots at a #GOP baseball practice where Congress persons and their aides were on the field. According to ABC the shooters name is James T. Hodgkinson. Virginia is a gun friendly state. Will the GOP shift their support for gun control now that they're targets? Will they become even more reserved from public appearances? Will they even take an internal look at to why someone dislikes their policies enough to open fire on a baseball field? http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/06/14/virginia-gop-baseball-practice-shooting-multiple-people-shot.html

I'm just a few points away from Level 4 myself and would have already been there if I wrote reviews for every...

I'm just a few points away from Level 4 myself and would have already been there if I wrote reviews for every storefront of a chain I visited. https://techcrunch.com/2017/06/13/google-maps-updates-it-local-guides-program-with-a-new-points-system-and-more-levels/

Did the Bat-Nipples set you on edge?

Did the Bat-Nipples set you on edge? I remember thinking they were ridiculous, but I haven't fretted over them. In fact, there were so many issues with Batman Forever that the nipples controversy hardly registers for me. http://io9.gizmodo.com/joel-schumacher-explains-how-batman-robins-bat-nipple-1796074495

When was the last time you updated your LinkedIN profile?

When was the last time you updated your LinkedIN profile? I have to admit, it's been a while for me. I really should go over mine and update it with something whimsically and yet professional. https://www.fastcompany.com/40426311/recruiters-explain-what-the-worst-linkedin-profiles-have-in-common?utm_content=bufferdb516&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

AI to the rescue? Can an algorithm predict biological function?

AI to the rescue? Can an algorithm predict biological function? Originally shared by Wasim Muklashy A Breakthrough AI Can Now Predict Which Babies Will Develop Autism "Doctors can now predict which babies will develop autism spectrum disorder by the age of two with an astonishing 96 percent success rate. The test applies machine-learning to brain scans of six-month-old babies and may revolutionize the field of preventative autism treatment..." #future = #REALnews #health #medicine #medtech #wellness #tech #innovation #science #design #biotech #biology #singularity #engineering #ai #artificialintelligence #robots #automation #autism https://futurism.com/a-breakthrough-ai-can-now-predict-which-babies-will-develop-autism/

I'm always trying to make my Google search results more relevant.

I'm always trying to make my Google search results more relevant. For example, I tend to want to recall articles I read years, months or weeks ago and can't recall the exact domain I read them on. The below search tips may come in handy ... if I can remember them when I need them. http://www.popsci.com/google-search-tips-and-tricks#page-5

It sounds like the plot of a sci-fi movie but sadly a man lost 17 years of his life to his doppelganger.

It sounds like the plot of a sci-fi movie but sadly a man lost 17 years of his life to his doppelganger. http://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/kansas-inmate-freed-after-doppelganger-found-17-years-later-n770951

Pulling out of supporting a public theater because their production of Julius Caesar is an attack on #DonaldTrump?

Pulling out of supporting a public theater because their production of Julius Caesar is an attack on #DonaldTrump? http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/la-et-entertainment-news-updates-june-delta-trump-julius-caesar-kingsman-killed-obama-1497299390-htmlstory.html

I didn't even know Docs.com existed. Did you and did you use it?

I didn't even know Docs.com existed. Did you and did you use it? http://www.foxnews.com/tech/2017/06/12/microsoft-shutters-docs-com-pushes-users-to-slideshare-and-onedrive.html

I would love to see this suit go forward but I fear some (enterprising) lower court judge will quash it based on...

I would love to see this suit go forward but I fear some (enterprising) lower court judge will quash it based on standing or some other manner to protect the courts from being involved in Constitutional entanglements. https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/dc-and-maryland-to-sue-president-trump-alleging-breach-of-constitutional-oath/2017/06/11/0059e1f0-4f19-11e7-91eb-9611861a988f_story.html?utm_term=.eeb6f85680f8

#AdamWest is Batman.

#AdamWest is Batman. https://plus.google.com/+RichLaDuca/posts/QomPTBaFzRD

It seems #DonaldTrump doesn't want to visit England until he can do so with adoring crowds, beautiful parades and...

It seems #DonaldTrump doesn't want to visit England until he can do so with adoring crowds, beautiful parades and chants of love. In #TrumpNation delicate egos can't handle the criticism of anything less than adoration. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2017/jun/11/donald-trump-state-visit-to-britain-put-on-hold

Solar technology will destroy coal and oil as energy sources even if President Donald Trump stamps his feet, holds...

Solar technology will destroy coal and oil as energy sources even if President Donald Trump stamps his feet, holds his breath and refuses to play with the rest of the world. Solar is on the same kind of Moore’s law–like path that has made computing power so cheap. Solar tech isn’t improving at computing’s breakneck pace, but it’s on a predictable, sustainable and impressive trajectory toward cheaper and better. By about 2030—13 years from now—solar will be able to produce electricity at half the cost of coal and lower than the cost of any carbon source. It is the nature of capitalism to have one product, service or industry replace another just as the steam engine replaced the horse and buggy, the automobile replaced the locomotive and the cellphone replacing the land line. Only a person in denial would ever think their industry or job is safe from progress. https://www.google.com/amp/www.newsweek.com/solar-energy-revolutionizing-markets-trump-coal-623733%3famp=1?_utm_source=1-2-2

Of course, this can't solely be laid at the feet of #DonaldTrump and then #GOP when even President Obama failed to...

Of course, this can't solely be laid at the feet of #DonaldTrump and then #GOP when even President Obama failed to financially support the Census Bureau. He will, naturally, make it worse because that's what #TrumpNation is all about: making things worse. DJT has spent years pouring gasoline on the sparks of distrust some have in our government, an action which is only riding on the bandwagon of decades' worth of the same by the Republicans. Of course, the decennial Census covers much broader ground than the economy. It is the basis for creating political districts to make sure Americans are represented evenly; it is the foundation for demographic research in America, and for dozens of other government surveys; and it is key to distributing up to $700 billion from the federal government, according to new estimates from George Washington University’s Institute of Public Policy. https://www.google.com/amp/m.huffpost.com/us/entry/us_593aefcae4b0b13f2c6a2dbc/amp

Looks like a tire recall out there, folks:

Looks like a tire recall out there, folks: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RCAK-17T011-4051.pdf

Reportedly, #DonaldTrump, once again, doesn't know anything.

Reportedly, #DonaldTrump, once again, doesn't know anything. http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/us_5931a8bfe4b02478cb9b2600

#Batman is dead. #RIP

#Batman is dead. #RIP Originally shared by Harold Chester RIP Adam West. You will always be remembered. http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2017/06/10/batman-actor-adam-west-dies/

Four and a half stars on Netflix and this movie is - oh my gods! - horrible.

Four and a half stars on Netflix and this movie is - oh my gods! - horrible. https://youtu.be/yZQANN-rtM4

A trilogy of films will be made about the ancient Warrior women who inspired the Greeks to create the Amazons who,...

A trilogy of films will be made about the ancient Warrior women who inspired the Greeks to create the Amazons who, in turn, inspired the background of #WonderWoman. http://www.rejectedprincesses.com/blog/trilogy-of-films-on-ancient-women-warrior-tribes-announced?_utm_source=1-2-2

This is an excellent photograph.

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This is an excellent photograph. Originally shared by BackintheUSA Vietnam soldier with his guitar.

Are we finally going to have a Starship Troopers sequel as good as the original film?

Are we finally going to have a Starship Troopers sequel as good as the original film? Let's face in, the sequel so far have been ... lackluster at best. Originally shared by Chris Fink whaaaaaaat?! https://www.dailydot.com/parsec/starship-troopers-traitor-mars-trailer/?fbss&prtnr=nerdist

This is your basic magic trick. While you're distracted by the spectacle the real trick is about to be revealed.

This is your basic magic trick. While you're distracted by the spectacle the real trick is about to be revealed. https://www.thenation.com/article/senate-republicans-hope-you-wont-notice-theyre-about-to-repeal-obamacare/

Right wing "news" sites are saying Comey's testimony before Congress vindicates #DonaldTrump and yet, respected news...

Right wing "news" sites are saying Comey's testimony before Congress vindicates #DonaldTrump and yet, respected news outlets are are declaring Trump an interventionist in the investigation as well as a liar. #DanRather points out an additional revelation stemming from the testimony of the former FBI director. https://www.google.com/amp/www.rawstory.com/2017/06/attorney-general-sessions-is-a-marked-man-dan-rather-says-comey-sealed-ags-fate-thursday/amp/

In #TrumpNation violent racism has come out of the shadows and into the light.

In #TrumpNation violent racism has come out of the shadows and into the light. Watch the embedded video and wonder how this mentality is still alive and well in our modern world. http://bluetribune.com/2017/06/08/white-man-explodes-on-black-customers-in-starbucks-what-he-does-is-unforgivable-video/

Perhaps #DonaldTrump just doesn't know anyone who is not closely affiliated with Russian interests.

Perhaps #DonaldTrump just doesn't know anyone who is not closely affiliated with Russian interests. He's a modern Manchurian Rusky candidate and fulfilling McCarthy's most virulent fantasies. In #TrumpNation Russian interests lead the USA. https://www.google.com/amp/amp.usatoday.com/story/102603214/

The #SCotUS made an unanimous decision that actually makes sense for just about everyone regardless of political...

The #SCotUS made an unanimous decision that actually makes sense for just about everyone regardless of political ideology. About the only people who won't be happy are law enforcement and, perhaps, prosecutors. And they're right, what's wrong with getting a warrant? https://www.google.com/amp/www.msnbc.com/msnbc/supreme-court-cell-phone-privacy-searches/amp?_utm_source=1-2-2

For the most part I've been enjoying #Win10.

For the most part I've been enjoying #Win10. Aside from Cortina that is. I'd like to use it but the service is unavailable without turning GPS on and I see no reason to turn GPS on my home computer. Are you enjoying Windows 10? https://www.theverge.com/2017/6/8/15766154/microsoft-windows-10-fall-creators-update-features-stylus-improvements

Started Assassin's Fate yesterday. You probably won't be seeing me for a few days - maybe a week.

Started Assassin's Fate yesterday. You probably won't be seeing me for a few days - maybe a week. http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30688013-assassin-s-fate

In their book It’s Even Worse Than It Looks: How the American Constitutional System Collided With the New Politics...

In their book It’s Even Worse Than It Looks: How the American Constitutional System Collided With the New Politics of Extremism, scholars Thomas Mann and Norman Ornstein wrote that “the Republican Party has become an insurgent outlier— ideologically extreme; contemptuous of the inherited social and economic policy regime; scornful of compromise; unpersuaded by conventional understanding of facts, evidence, and science; and dismissive of the legitimacy of its political opposition.” I'm sure there's a word for it somewhere, but there is an idea that people can think beyond their own self interests and consider the greater good. The modern #GOP doesn't seem to want to care about anything that doesn't reflect their own interests, including science, debate or even something as simple as respect for the game they're playing. Originally shared by Betsy McCall Not allowing oversight is evidence they know what they are doing is wrong. http://www.slate.com/articles/news_and_p

Does anyone remember when #DonaldTrump hammered Bill Clinton for meeting with Loretta Lynch on the tarmac in Phoenix?

Does anyone remember when #DonaldTrump hammered Bill Clinton for meeting with Loretta Lynch on the tarmac in Phoenix? http://www.newsweek.com/trump-comey-testimony-621851

#MiamiRights

#MiamiRights I never understood why felons who have served their entire sentences don't get their rights back at the end of the day. They're essentially being punished for life by having their Constitutional right revoked and that's just not what we do in a fair and equal society. https://www.miamirights.com/ https://youtu.be/GeZIBgX7vkg

In #TrumpNation no one is safe from the president's ire. Except maybe his daughter.

In #TrumpNation no one is safe from the president's ire. Except maybe his daughter. Originally shared by The Atlantic Trump's Efforts to Curtail the FBI's Investigation Spill Into View http://trib.al/VGqNcoK http://trib.al/VGqNcoK

#DonaldTrump, philanthropist that he is, siphoned off hundred of thousands of dollars his son's charity into his own...

#DonaldTrump, philanthropist that he is, siphoned off hundred of thousands of dollars his son's charity into his own profits. “I saw that Eric was getting billed,” Gillule adds. “I would always say, ‘I can’t believe that his dad is billing him for a charitable outing.’ But that’s what they wanted.” The TL;DR version is: Eric Trump touted his access to free usage of Trump golf courses to maximize donations to the charity. The Donald discovered his son was being benevolent and put a stop to it, demanding the charity rent the courses at - get this - an inflated rate. The Trump's then held this information from their donors, letting them continue to believe all proceeds were going to St. Jude's Hospitals. https://www.forbes.com/sites/danalexander/2017/06/06/how-donald-trump-shifted-kids-cancer-charity-money-into-his-business/amp/

Is the hard political divide within the USA the work of a 90s Russian playbook outlining certain steps to...

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Is the hard political divide within the USA the work of a 90s Russian playbook outlining certain steps to destabilize the west? If so, #TrumpNation seems like the culmination of two decades worth of, literally, following the manual. Originally shared by **** Putin’s playbook for discrediting America and destabilizing the West. Just wanna make sure you all know there is a Russian handbook from 1997 on “taking over the world” and Putin is literally crossing shit off. http://kottke.org/17/06/putins-playbook-for-discrediting-america-and-destabilizing-the-west via Chris Merle

Considering I haven't ever logged into Facebook from this device and considering I have only been to Facebook from...

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Considering I haven't ever logged into Facebook from this device and considering I have only been to Facebook from this device while following an URL, the fact that I'm already logged in in disconcerting. The app is not, nor has it or any other FB property, ever been on this device, How long has Facebook been following me or had me logged in without my consent?

Do you buy a smart-enough watch from a company that has gone out of business?

Do you buy a smart-enough watch from a company that has gone out of business? Sure, there's no support, but the build quality is there and at this discount, the price is right. It doesn't look to do anything my Garmin Vivosmart HR doesn't do. https://meh.com/

What does #DonaldTrump's FCC chief think is too dangerous for you to know?

What does #DonaldTrump's FCC chief think is too dangerous for you to know? http://www.salon.com/2017/06/04/six-things-trumps-fcc-chairman-doesnt-want-you-to-know-about-net-neutrality_partner/

Last evening I was talking with a former neighbor of mine about the rise in overt racism, especially since...

Last evening I was talking with a former neighbor of mine about the rise in overt racism, especially since #DonaldTrump became the #GOP presidential frontrunner last year. My neighbor happens to be both a veteran, like myself, and black. On a side note, he also happens to be a former Navy SEAL. Our conversation came to a simple conclusion that applies across society: we're stronger when we work together for common cause. Racism and homegrown extremism are not 'working together' but rather pulling us all apart, thus making our society weaker. https://theconversation.com/the-rising-homegrown-terror-threat-on-the-right-78242

Went and saw #WonderWoman this evening with a couple of friends. My take on it was this:

Went and saw #WonderWoman this evening with a couple of friends. My take on it was this: The film was decently paced with plenty of character and plot development. When it was announced that #GalGadot would play the Amazon princess I was apprehensive, but she worked it. My only real complaint was the level of CGI in the movie, especially in the fight scenes. Yes, having stunt women perform all the stunts would have been cumbersome, but going that route would have at least been realistic. All-in-all I give it a B+. It wasn't great, but it was pretty darn good overall. https://youtu.be/VSB4wGIdDwo

That's a fairly decent cover. Because the Night by Garbage and Screaming Females

That's a fairly decent cover. Because the Night by Garbage and Screaming Females https://youtu.be/tOmKGjy-Ct0

Have you always wanted to dive a little deeper into the world of Tolkien?

Have you always wanted to dive a little deeper into the world of Tolkien? http://tolkienprofessor.com/lectures/tolkien-chats/?_utm_source=1-2-2

I'm fairly certain this is a valid point.

I'm fairly certain this is a valid point. #GOP #GlobalWarming #TrumpNation https://twitter.com/OhNoSheTwitnt/status/870604149427236865

I don't really have anything to add to this other than: isn't science cool?

I don't really have anything to add to this other than: isn't science cool? http://www.ancient-origins.net/news-history-archaeology/first-genome-data-ancient-egyptian-mummies-ancient-egyptians-were-most-021415?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

No technology news for me today. ;)

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No technology news for me today. ;)

This ... does not look good.

This ... does not look good. #Spiderman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9t4EuOMiKSQ&sns=gp

Harley-Davidson recalls 57,000 bikes for possible oil-line failure

Time to check those build dates to see if you're covered. #HarleyDavidson http://www.11alive.com/money/personal-finance/recalls/harley-davidson-recalls-57000-bikes-for-possible-oil-line-failure/445382029

The other day, our governor signed a new law raising their fines from texting and driving from $50 to $300.

The other day, our governor signed a new law raising their fines from texting and driving from $50 to $300. Today he actually signed something good. http://www.denverpost.com/2017/06/02/sex-assault-stalking-victims-break-rental-leases-colorado/

Yes, this needs to be a thing. stat!

Yes, this needs to be a thing. stat! Originally shared by Harold Chester I wish this were true everywhere in the USA. http://www.shared.com/animal-abusers-will-now-be-registered-like-sex-offenders/?utm_source=animals.sharedcom&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=animals

He's not wrong. This is exactly what rolling back #NetNeutrality will look like.

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He's not wrong. This is exactly what rolling back #NetNeutrality will look like. Originally shared by Christopher B This is what Net Neutrality will look like in a few years! I can see it now: "oh we're sorry, we don't have an agreement with that website, so you can't visit it."

Do you believe animals have rights?

Do you believe animals have rights? Originally shared by The Associated Press “Desmond’s Law” was named for a dog that was beaten, starved and strangled by its owner, who admitted to the violence but avoided jail time. https://apnews.com/e0b2e676ae1447a09fab4c8807ac0dea/In-one-state,-abused-animals-get-a-legal-voice-in-court

Just wait until the Queen of England snubs him.

Just wait until the Queen of England snubs him. We'll be in a full-fledged third world War with US troops playing the roll of Nazis. http://talkingpointsmemo.com/edblog/paris-was-driven-by-the-president-rage-and-fear

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...doctors determined the patient developed sepsis — an extreme reaction to an infection — from swimming in the ocean just five days after getting a crucifix tattoo on his right calf. He went to the emergency room three days after developing a fever and chills, and swelling over his tattoo site, and throughout both of his legs. So, he got a tattoo of a crucifix. And what does the Bible tell it's believers about tattoos? Oh yeah, don't get them. But this guy does anyway and then the wrath of his God strikes him down in a very Biblical fashion: by letting the water itself destroy him. https://www.google.com/amp/www.medicaldaily.com/new-tattoo-warnings-man-dies-flesh-eating-bacteria-after-swimming-gulf-mexico-418338%3famp=1

Ha! That's a riot!

Ha! That's a riot! #WonderWoman http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/austin-mayor-wonder-woman-sexist-critic-1009343

In an Associated Press investigation in February, which relied on interviews with dozens of members, documents and...

In an Associated Press investigation in February, which relied on interviews with dozens of members, documents and secret recordings, the agency reported that Word of Faith congregants were routinely punched, smacked, choked, slammed to the floor or thrown through walls “in a violent form of deliverance meant to ‘purify’ sinners by beating out devils.” That sounds like what's happening over at Scientology. Sure, they're not "kicking the gay out" but their leader does, reportedly, love beating those who disappoint him. But do t worry, folks. According to all these "religious Liberty" laws, these actions are perfectly fine based on the "sincerely held beliefs" that you can actually assault someone to stop them being gay. Originally shared by Washington Post Gay man says church members beat, choked him for hours to expel ‘homosexual demons’ http://wapo.st/2rypdH9

Weather.

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Weather.com isn't exactly happy with #DonaldTrump's decision to ignore 99% of the global science community today. You can check them out at http://weather.com via Thomas Tenkely​

I really want this to be irony, but somehow I doubt it is.

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I really want this to be irony, but somehow I doubt it is. #TrumpNation Originally shared by Peter Lemmon DON'T JUST DO SOMETHING, SIT THERE! It's time.

One could make the argument that this man's speech is inciting violence.

One could make the argument that this man's speech is inciting violence. Originally shared by Atheist Revolution Dave Daubenmire: America Needs ‘A More Violent Christianity’ | Right Wing Watch http://buff.ly/2s9X4TO #christianity #hate http://buff.ly/2s9X4TO

On-Boarding Done Wrong

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For the three, maybe four, of you who actually read this blog, you already know that exactly one month ago I started a new job. It's in an industry I never thought I'd work in, which I explained to the owner of the company when he asked me to come on board. I will say, he was extremely understanding. He took my misgivings and accepted them as par-for-course in regards to how this particular industry is viewed. The owner then went on and explained how he worked for one of those "less than ethical" companies that gave the industry a bad name and decided it wasn't for him. Not that he didn't like the industry, but that he didn't particularly care for the shadier dealings that ran rampant within it. And so, he started his own company. This is capitalism in action. If there's a hole, the market will fill it. The owner, Jason B., saw where the entire industry was failing their customers and decided he could do better. He could treat people fair,

The Front Range in Panorama

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Denver, from Rocky Mountain Wildlife Refuge . This was only the second time I have ever been to the park and not seen a bison or two within fifty feet of me. In this image you can see Dick's Sporting Goods Park , then the Commerce City municipal building and, in the distance, the Denver skyline. The right half of the image is mostly industrial buildings popping up through the trees.

I think I vaguely recall hearing about this riot in Tulsa, as though it were a footnote or a small paragraph in a...

I think I vaguely recall hearing about this riot in Tulsa, as though it were a footnote or a small paragraph in a history book. There are so many things to day, but I'll leave you with only this: the atrocities that have been committed in the name of ignorance are mind-numbing. _But that never happened. Insurance companies denied claims from African-Americans, leaving them with nothing but the clothes on their backs, forced to start over or leave. Blacks tried to sue the city and state for damages but had their claims blocked or denied, according to the official report. On June 14, just two weeks after the riot, Mayor T.D. Evans addressed the commission, telling it that the incident was “inevitable” ..._ http://america.aljazeera.com/articles/2014/7/19/survivors-of-infamous1921tulsaraceriotstillhopeforjustice.html?_utm_source=1-2-2