Joe Coulombe, Founder of Popular Trader Joe’s Markets, Dies
It is with sadness that I note the passing of Joe Coulombe, founder of Trader Joe’s markets.
It is with sadness that I note the passing of Joe Coulombe, founder of Trader Joe’s markets.
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No, Trump Has Not Crossed the Line, Because THERE IS No Line
In response to Trump’s new claim (see meme) that the coronavirus is a hoax perpetrated by the Democrats, a reader notes, “In a way, I am glad he is further exposing his utter insanity for all to see. We must be at the tipping point of his doing something so mad he is hauled off.”
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Conservation of Energy: Neat Video
We often talk about the basic principles of physics here, since they are so fundamental to our understanding of the various sources of energy available to us. (more…)
The Dutch Speak About Trump
Little Dutch girl in traditional national costume
As I’ve mentioned, the people I run into from outside the U.S., when asked about Trump, generally try to be kind, and say things like, “We just feel sorry for you.” While courtesy is a good thing, if you’d like to hear from someone who doesn’t mince words, check this out.
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GET Your Brains. Get ‘Em While They’re Hot
The pic here is from a collection of “Photographs of Old Philadelphia,” which happens to be my home town. Growing up, I always kept some quarters in my pocket, and I became a frequent customer of the enterprise whose sign is seen here.
As a happy result, I can discern the difference between what’s actually happening in the world and the ways it’s reported by Fox News.
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Trump “Mystifies” Reporters with Total Ignorance of Coronavirus. Really?
Frankly, I doubt very much that reporters were “mystified.” These people follow Trump around and are familiar with all aspects of his extremely consistent demeanor:
From all accounts, he hates learning. He doesn’t read, and dislikes being briefed, even on critically important subjects. (more…)
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Understanding Capitalism and Democratic Socialism
“At a time when a leading presidential candidate and members of Congress are turning toward socialism, Amb. Haley argues there’s never been a more important time to stand for capitalism.”
This is the level of ignorance that the Republicans are aggressively playing to in their campaign messaging. Two key things: (more…)
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Electoral College Blues
In this map of the United States, the red and orange sections have equal population. That’s understandable, as a) the U.S. was settled on the Atlantic Coast, and travel westward was very difficult at the time, b) people like to be close to the oceans for their aesthetics and mild climates, c) ocean ports facilitate business, and d) the interior of the country is conducive to farming, which supports low population densities. (more…)
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Hilton Hotel To Host Neo-Confederate Group Conference
Morons.
Hilton, that is. How stupid can a formerly respected brand be?
That the people themselves are morons goes without saying.
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Coronavirus Experts Muzzled, But How?
Can someone explain the mechanism by which this works, given the First Amendment? Can’t the guy simply walk to NPR HQ (walking distance from the White House and U.S. Capitol)? If I were this guy, I’d say, “I’m a top expert on infectious diseases, and I want to inform the public about coronavirus. Anybody got a spare microphone?”
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