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Simple Simon A political quiz.  Bill Simon, California Republican candidate for governor was given a new chance in his campaign when a judge overturned a $78 million dollar judgment against his firm, thus freeing him from fraud charges. An astute candidate…

Nevada voters consider legalizing marijuana. Taking a step beyond use for medicinal purposes, voters in Nevada are considering making it legal for adults to possess up to 3 ounces of pot. [kuro5hin.org]

Wherefore Art Though, Stable Windows? From The Shifted Librarian Well, the comeback is still a bit of a ways off, thanks to Microsoft. Yesterday morning, as I was catching up on news and preparing to start posting again, I realized…

The Meathead vs. The Terminator? Rob Reiner, formerly of All in the Family, is a major player in liberal/progressive circles in California, and has headed successful statewide propositions. Arnold Schwartzenegger, formerly of The Terminator, is a major player in conservative…

Great moments in US foreign policy Washington’s armchair assassins like Trent Lott who urge that we just take Saddam out are ignoring fifty years of less-than-stellar spook involvement in the Middle East. Here are some highlights collated by Eric Margolis…