Monthly Archives: July 2005

Buying Blue

Back during the ill-fated election, I remember coming across a web site that purported to show the "blueness" of companies, relating their political donations ot their shade of blue or red. Last week, I thought to look for it again, … Continue reading 

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Just the fish

I approach the deli counter at our local grocery store (which is, admittedly, in Nebraska), after having hunted in vain through their display cases. Me: "Excuse me, do you have any lox?" Guy: "Uh." Me: "You know, lox, like for bagels." Guy: "Do you … Continue reading 

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Oh, Sandra

Another reason I hate programming: I was so wrapped up in it yesterday that it wasn't until Ken messaged me that I became aware of Sandra Day O'Connor's decision to throw away years of moderation in the Supreme Court. Her reasons … Continue reading 

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