Libertarian Round Up July 9th
My best news finds of the week
5 Reasons I am Smitten with Google+
Google already owns my soul. Gmail, Voice, Docs, Chrome, Gchat, and 12 years of heavy search engine browsing habits. I will soon be owning an Android phone. I can quit Google anytime I want to, I just don’t feel like it.
A Lesson in Klout from @RepWeiner
Let’s see how well Rep Weiner’s Klout score reflects his sudden boost in influence
Posts from work
Here is a list of the best of my professional content from 6/10-6/11
Social Media is Not a Tool (but you might be)
This is a response piece to “Why I Will Never, Ever Hire A Social Media Expert” written by some Tool. I debate the author’s hubris, credibility, and main argument
Atlas Shirked
A spoiler free review of Atlas Shrugged Part 1, and an analysis of it’s press coverage versus audience feedback.
Ding Dong Osama is Dead
It really makes me sad that the only thing people in this country can agree on politically is that a vengeful assassination is something to celebrate
Economics Video of the Year: Keynes Vs. Hayek Round 2
EconStories.tv knocks one out of the park with the sequel to it’s Keynes vs. Hayek rap battle.
Whisper Words of Wisdom: Let It Be
The Time is Ripe for Reform Ever since my first persuasive writing class in college, back in 2002, I have been an outspoken marijuana reform activist. It only took the United States 10 years to recognize that Prohibition doesn’t work (as it only creates untaxed crime), yet Prohibition 2.0 has been running for 40+ years [...]
Who Is Ayn Rand?
Do not ever say that the desire to “do good” by force is a good motive. Neither power-lust nor stupidity are good motives. – Ayn Rand