(Because I am becoming a site statistics whore.) Public Defender Dude has asked people to post their predictions about the Michael Jackson case. Here's my prediction: Having read as little as possible about the case, I nevertheless boldly lead the way by predicting he will be found guilty of at least one count of administering an intoxicating agent, but he will moonwalk his … [Read more...] about The Michael Jackson Trial
Meet Ashley Villarreal
DEA Administrator Karen P. Tandy has recently published an article called "Marijuana: The Myths Are Killing Us" as part of her campaign against medical marijuana. Now meet 14-year-old Ashley Villarreal of San Antonio, Texas. Back in February of 2003, DEA agents raided her house trying to get evidence of illegal drug dealing by her father. They didn't find any drugs, but as … [Read more...] about Meet Ashley Villarreal
Son of VAC
Well, I thought my electrical problems were over. About five minutes ago, however, the lights went out. Looking out the windows, I can see that the lights are out in several neighboring blocks as well. I can still see skyglow, and some lights further away, so it's not the whole city. (4 minutes to shutdown.) After the first couple of minutes, the power came on for about 15 … [Read more...] about Son of VAC
Threats to The Family
So-Called Austin Mayor has this to say about Pope Benedict's condemnation of same-sex unions: And no offense, but if I was the "Holy Father" in charge of an organization that demands celibacy from my employees, I would hesitate before charging someone else with threatening the future of the family. Heh. Read the whole thing. … [Read more...] about Threats to The Family
Another Glimpse of Valkenvania
Ken Lammers experiences a revealing moment in court. … [Read more...] about Another Glimpse of Valkenvania