Definition: hysterrorism

hysterrorism (noun) - the use of fear of terrorism for political or economic gain.

Example: Politicians often employ hysterrorism to encourage populations to forfeit their rights.

See hysterrorist.

Tech vs Social Solutions

There is no such thing as a technological solution for a social problem.

Soldiers back from the War

I just had to pass this along.

Of course, let's not forget the fact that even if we had a 9-11 every week for 3 years it would still not equal the number of Iraqi children killed by sanctions even before the war started.

Still, this is sad and every American should see it.

American soldiers: this is the result of wars

Three rules for finding good Mexican food.

1. Never eat Mexican food at a place with "authentic" on the sign -- it's not.
2. Never eat Mexican food at a place that features margaritas.
3. Never eat Mexican food served to you by someone who speaks no Spanish (e.g. a frat boy)