Thursday, May 20, 2004

The Hydrogen Era

So Governor, where will you get the hydrogren to pump your economy? From renewable resources? Carpet the desert with solar cells and channel the electrons to the hydrogen generator.

Thursday, May 13, 2004

Professional Courtesy

Lawyers in California are seeking fees to the tune of $3,000 per hour in a class action setttlement where Microsoft was the defendant. No wonder crococdiles do not bite lawyers out of professional courtesy.

Wednesday, May 12, 2004

Master of Zen

With the Lakers now back in the running does anyone question the motivational skills of the Master of Zen?

Tuesday, May 11, 2004

Genetically Modified Corn

Apparently because of Monsanto's inability to quantify the consumer benefits of this product, the ROI forced the withdrawal. Did we learn enough to advance nutrition or is this more fodder for an MBA case study?

Monday, May 10, 2004

Extending Hubble's Mission

Extending Hubble's mission in a limited way only stunts advances in astronomy. The use of robotic operations to extend the life of the mission in a crippled manner doesn't make much sense. Why not spend the money to develop the next generation telescope that will have robotic operations designed from scratch?