This is Part 2 of my four-part guide to Covid masks. In Part 1, I introduced some concepts and explained the limits to my knowledge. In this part, I'll talk a bit about various kinds of masks.As I said before, I am not an expert in this field. I've seriously considered not posting anything at all for fear giving out bad information. But the thing is...I think I know some … [Read more...] about Windy’s Guide to Masks – Part 2: Types of Masks
Windy’s Guide to Masks – Part 1: Basics
Like many people, I've spent some times lately learning a few things about masks. I wanted to share some of what I learned, because I think it will be helpful. However, I'm doing this with some trepidation because...I'm not entirely sure this is the right thing to do.That's because, to be very clear, I am not an expert in this field.What I am is curious about the … [Read more...] about Windy’s Guide to Masks – Part 1: Basics
Libertarian Spoilers: Trump Edition
I previously addressed this issue with respect to the Democrats during the run-up to the 2016 election, and some of the arguments there apply to the Republicans as well: Every year, you folks force the Libertarian party to expend money and time jumping through hoops to qualify for the ballots in every state, and then you still exclude the Libertarian candidate from federal … [Read more...] about Libertarian Spoilers: Trump Edition
The Election is Probably the Usual Mess
I spent about 10 years of my life working for a company that provided outsourcing services for employee benefits administration. You know how every year you have the opportunity to change your medical insurance, dental plan, life insurance, and so on? For a fee, this company would handle all that on behalf of moderately large companies, so their Human Resources department … [Read more...] about The Election is Probably the Usual Mess
Election 2020: Vote Trump Out!
I figure with the election approaching, it's time for me to post my endorsement, and if you're a regular reader of my blog, it will not be a surprise: Vote Trump Out.Yes, I realize that tons of people have already voted, and that I will change no one's mind. But I'm posting this anyway, just to make sure I say something.First, though, a quick note about Joe Biden. … [Read more...] about Election 2020: Vote Trump Out!