Monthly Archives: April 2006

Off the Grid

Posted on April 30, 2006 by Steven

Last night the neighborhood suffered an electrical blackout. Edison sent out about 5 or 6 trucks to work on the problem. When I got back last night, they were all gone, and our block was still in the dark. Power … Continue reading →

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State-Free Science Fair

Posted on April 24, 2006 by Steven

O’Reilly Media’s Make Magazine proves that you don’t need state sponsored science fairs to promote innovation and interest in science and technology. This past weekend Make Magazine held its first Maker Faire where over 20,000 people attended, and by all … Continue reading →

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Computer glitch led to Atlanta airport scare

Posted on April 22, 2006 by Steven

CNN.com reports TSA: Computer glitch led to Atlanta airport scare. Isn’t technology wonderful. It is so wonderful that government procured software keeps us safe. Thanks Tech.Memorandum. Technorati Tags: Commentary, Liberty, Politics, Technology, Transportation

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An after thought

Posted on April 20, 2006 by Steven

In the link of my previous post, Stephen W. Carson references an article in USA Today. There are people I knew who don’t comprehend the concept that if people consume less of a product, the price of that product tends … Continue reading →

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Mises Economics Blog: Newsflash! Demand Curve Slopes Down!!

Posted on April 20, 2006 by Steven

Mises Economics Blog: Newsflash! Demand Curve Slopes Down!! Imagine that. Gas prices go up, and people cut back on driving. Some of my more clueless friends think that the only solution to high gas prices is price control and windfall … Continue reading →

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