Trimming The Elements
How come criminalizing driving with a blood alcohol level of 0.08%—as measured by a machine that estimates blood alcohol by measuring alcohol in a person’s breath, which it does by measuring chemical reactions in its sensor that are caused by alcohol-like compounds—is considered the law, but the constitutional presumption of innocence is considered a technicality?… Read more
Why I Want a Nikon D200 – Part 4
I’m posting a series of articles explaining my thinking in deciding that I want one of the new Nikon D200 cameras. I don’t know if anybody out there is interested, but photography is a new hobby for me, and I enjoy writing about new things I’ve learned. In Part 1 and Part 2 of this… Read more
Happy Holidays Everyone!
And Merry Christmas to all my fundamentalist Christian readers! Read more
Osama, Suzanne, and Narnia (Slightly Late)
You’ve heard of Osama bin Laden, now meet his niece. Women Behind Bars: Meet Suzanne! Geek rappers on Saturday Night Live—I’ve heard worse white-boy rap. Read more
Do Not Taunt Nikon D200 Happy Fun Camera
I’ve been writing about why I want a Nikon D200 camera, but now I’m not so sure. Nikon has posted the instruction manuals for download, and they’re kind of scary. Page ii Viewing the sun or other strong light source through the viewfinder could cause permanent visual impairment. Should you notice smoke or an unusual… Read more
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