BurningbirdI got to thinking about the Citizen Corps and TIPS and realized that there was something missing – there wasn’t anyone to watch the webloggers. The truck drivers watch the freeways, the train conductors are watching the rails, the utility workers are watching the electric meters, and the postal service is watching practically everyone else while misdelivering mail, but […]
Recovered from the Wayback Machine. I don’t know what the fuss is about with this Operation TIPS. Personally, I think it’s a great idea myself. Think about it – all those unamerican people grouped into one organization, easily tracked, as well as highly visible with little stickers in their window. It’s never been easier to spot and know […]
Recovered from the Wayback Machine. The Washington Post has an article on TIPS that cuts through the hyperbole to the heart of the issue, and the ultimate cause for concern: Public vigilance is a good thing, and so is encouraging citizens to alert authorities to terrorist activity. It makes sense to educate people who work at […]
Recovered from the Wayback Machine. I’m broke. I barely have enough money to get by through the next month. And my “royalty” check I received this weekend was only 36.00 – I was expecting 1000.00. Still, I can manage. I can manage…until today. Don’t worry – I’m not asking for money. Support, yes. Advice, yes. […]
Recovered from the Wayback Machine. This last month has been about the worst month I’ve had in years. This last week has been one of the worst weeks I’ve had in months. Today was one of the worst days I’ve had in weeks. And then, tonight, I watched Robin William’s cable special and laughed until I […]