Politics

Politics, unfortunately, are involved in almost every aspect of a republic affecting not just who is in office but what new scientific ventures receive funding and what new ideas will even be allowed.

Blog: Some Rare Good News From the Supreme Court

Police may no longer examine all the contents on your phone just because you got pulled over and arrested. Yes, they used to claim they could. But not any more, according to the Supreme Court.

 
By Colin Andrew Ferm June 25, 2014 Tags: , , ,
Blog: The Moon Is A Harsh Mistress

There’s a reason Robert Heinlein is considered a master of science-fiction. And this book is a perfect example as to why. It’s been decades since it was first published but its setting, politics, and humanity remain relevant today.

 
By Colin Andrew Ferm May 16, 2014 Tags: , , , , ,
Blog: Thoughts About Brendan Eich

Bendan Eich has stepped down as CEO of Mozilla because he made some donations to the Prop. 8 campaign. It seems wrong now but things were different in 2008. And I think he’s been railroaded because of it.

 
By Colin Andrew Ferm April 4, 2014 Tags: , ,
Blog: A Rescue Plan for Columbia

In an article published today, Ars outlines a NASA rescue plan that could have saved the Columbia’s crew. And, man, it would’ve made a great movie. Until you let reality set in.

 
By Colin Andrew Ferm February 26, 2014 Tags: , , ,
Blog: Why Rudolph The Reindeer Is An Ass

He may seem cuddly and his story may tug at the heart strings but underneath it, there’s a darker message, believe me.

 
By Colin Andrew Ferm December 16, 2013 Tags: ,